What are the schools like in Jamestown, MO?

Jamestown is served primarily by JAMESTOWN C-1. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Jamestown?

The median household income in Jamestown, MO is $56,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.

What is the weather like in Jamestown, MO?

Jamestown has an average high temperature of 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.7 inches.

Jamestown, MO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Jamestown, MO affordable or expensive?

Jamestown's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jamestown is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $114,600 and the median rent is $490 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Jamestown, MO?

Crime rate data for Jamestown is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Jamestown, MO a Good Place to Live?

Jamestown is a small town of 331 in Missouri, with a median household income of $56,250 and a 1.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Jamestown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Jamestown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jamestown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.7

Jamestown's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jamestown costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jamestown, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$114,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$490	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Jamestown is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Jamestown is served primarily by JAMESTOWN C-1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jamestown, MO	National Avg
School District	JAMESTOWN C-1	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jamestown sees average highs of 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July, with 42.5 inches of annual precipitation and 9.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jamestown, MO
Average High — January	39.8°F
Average High — July	87.8°F
Annual Precipitation	42.5"
Annual Snowfall	9.7"

Demographics

Metric	Jamestown, MO	National Avg
Population	331	—
Median Age	46.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.0%	22.2%
65 and over	28.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lupus, MO 6 mi Prairie Home, MO 7 mi McBaine, MO 8 mi Wooldridge, MO 10 mi Huntsdale, MO 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Jamestown

Jamestown, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

65046

Jamestown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jamestown, MO affordable or expensive?

Jamestown's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jamestown roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $114,600 and median rent is $490/month.

What is the crime rate in Jamestown, MO?

Crime data for Jamestown is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Jamestown?

Public schools in Jamestown are operated by JAMESTOWN C-1. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 13.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jamestown, MO a good place to live?

Jamestown, MO has a population of 331, a median household income of $56,250, and an unemployment rate of 1.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Jamestown?

Jamestown averages 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.5 inches with about 9.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jamestown?

Jamestown, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 65046.

What is the population of Jamestown?

The population of Jamestown, Missouri is 331 with a median age of 46.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jamestown?

Key numbers for living in Jamestown: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $114,600, median household income $56,250, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jamestown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.