Jamestown

Jamestown, North Dakota Overview

Jamestown faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (51.4/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in North Dakota. Even so, the city scores 81/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Economy score of 34/100.

Income & Employment in Jamestown

The median household income in Jamestown is $54,809, 24% below the statewide median of $72,583.

Safety in Jamestown

At 197.2 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Jamestown sits meaningfully below the North Dakota average of 267 — a 35% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1882.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Jamestown

The median home value is $192,500. Median monthly rent is $741. Renters spend 16.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Jamestown

The adult obesity rate in Jamestown is 40%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.8%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Jamestown

Jamestown has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,986. The city has 7 public schools serving 2,094 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Jamestown

Winters in Jamestown are cold, averaging 15.4°F. Summers average 72.7°F. Winters average 15.4°F. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The average commute of 12.7 minutes is notably short.

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