Cost of Living in Jamestown, CA

With a cost of living index of 99, Jamestown, CA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 45% below the California state average of 144. Jamestown is a small community of 3,777 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Jamestown's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,061 (20% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $350,600 (15% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.8x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Jamestown is $51,886, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 25% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Jamestown. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.5°F, with summers averaging 65°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 71 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.