Jamestown, North Dakota

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
15,850
Population
$53,389
Median Income
$185,300
Home Value
38.8
Median Age

Demographics

Jamestown has a population of 15,850 with a median age of 38.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
91.0%
Hispanic
3.5%
Black
2.7%
Other
1.8%
Asian
1.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population15,850
Median Age38.8
White91.0%
Black or African American2.7%
Asian1.0%
Hispanic or Latino3.5%
Other / Two or More Races1.8%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Jamestown is $53,389, which is 29.0% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $34,078. The poverty rate is 14.9%.

$53,389
Median Household Income
$34,078
Per Capita Income
14.9%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Jamestown is 5.7%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Jamestown, 90.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 22.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
90.5%
Bachelor's+
22.1%
Graduate+
6.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher90.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher22.1%
Graduate or Professional Degree6.5%

Housing

The median home value in Jamestown is $185,300, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $739. The homeownership rate is 55.8%.

$185,300
Median Home Value
$739/mo
Median Rent
55.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$185,300
Median Monthly Rent$739
Homeownership Rate55.8%
Vacancy Rate10.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Jamestown, North Dakota?
The population of Jamestown, North Dakota is 15,850 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jamestown, North Dakota?
The median household income in Jamestown, North Dakota is $53,389. This is 29.0% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Jamestown, North Dakota?
The median home value in Jamestown, North Dakota is $185,300. The median monthly rent is $739.
What percentage of people in Jamestown have a college degree?
In Jamestown, North Dakota, 22.1% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Jamestown, North Dakota an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Jamestown, North Dakota is 3.5x (median home value $185,300 vs. median income $53,389), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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