Jamestown is a place adorned in charm. Norman Rockwell could have painted curly-topped boys fishing along the banks of the James River that runs through Jamestown. Western writer Louis L'Amour was born here and we'd like to think Jamestown was a source of inspiration for him. Jamestown is nestled between two rivers - the James River and the Pipestem River which provide recreational opportunities in a beautiful setting.
Jamestown offers excellent public and private schools with a high school completion rate of 91%. Jamestown's state of the art high school provides class sizes that are small by big-city standards where students get personal attention and are encouraged to participate in many extracurricular activities and sports available. Higher education can also be achieved here at the University of Jamestown which has been ranked the #1 college in North Dakota by US News & World Report for multiple years.
Jamestown is a place of clean air, safe streets and short commutes. You can take time for fitness at the Two Rivers Activity Center, at one of many local athletic clubs, or on the outdoor walking, biking, and hiking trails in and around town. You can own and operate a thriving business, realize job stability in the same community you own your dream home, enjoy quiet neighborhood living, and watch your children grow. Here, the American Dream is tangible with the qualities of small town living plus exceptional opportunities to achieve personal and professional success.
As of 2025 the population of Jamestown, ND is 15,920. The population is expected to shrink to 15,812 by 2030 - a growth rate of -0.14%.
The median age of Jamestown, ND residents is 40.
The diversity index of Jamestown, ND is 27.8, meaning that there is a 28% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Jamestown, ND is $81,121 and projected to be $87,128 in 2030. Per capita income is $34,876, projected to be $37,513 in 2030. 2.14% of households – 341 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $560,776 and the average disposable income is $64,893.
There are 7,653 housing units in Jamestown, ND; 3,955 are owner-occupied, 2,824 are rented, and 874 are vacant. The average home value is $221,728, with 863 homes built in 2010 or later, and 809 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 836 businesses in Jamestown, ND, employing 10,790 workers and pulling from a labor force of 7,712 age 16 and above. 493 workers commute into Jamestown, ND from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
7,209 residents both live and work in/around Jamestown, ND. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 8.75% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.35% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 6,414 drive alone, 656 carpool, and 6 take public transportation. 331 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 298 residents work from home.
4,131 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,378 have associates degrees, 1,827 have bachelor’s degrees, and 799 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Jamestown, North Dakota, is centrally located in North America along Interstate 94 and US Highway 281. North Dakota is located at the US-Canada border, providing an ideal location for companies looking for access to markets throughout North America. Our transportation system includes air, rail, and ground transportation, providing connections to the world.
Daily commercial jet passenger service and air freight service to Denver International Airport provides connections to anywhere within the United States and worldwide. Charter air and freight service is also available to those traveling elsewhere in the region.
Both Northern Pacific Railroad and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad Company provide high level service and access to markets.
Jamestown is located on US Interstate 94 (I-94) and U.S. Highway 281 free of tolls and traffic jams.
| City | Distance in Miles |
|---|---|
| Bismarck | 101 |
| Los Angeles | 1,709 |
| Chicago | 704 |
| Minneapolis | 340 |
| Denver | 860 |
| New York | 1,560 |
| Fargo | 93 |
| Seattle | 1,338 |
| Kansas City | 690 |
| Winnipeg | 270 |
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.
Gary Spiedel, District Manager
324 2nd Ave. S.W., P.O. Box 2216
Jamestown, ND 58402
Phone: (701) 252-4959
Northern Plains Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Bob Spencer, District Manager
1515 W. Main, P.O. Box 180
Carrington, ND 58421
Phone: 1-800-882-2500
www.nplains.com
Otter Tail Power Company
Charles Krebf, Operations Manager
315 2nd Street S.E., P.O. Box 2220
Jamestown, ND 58402
Phone: (701) 252-0540
City of Jamestown
Utility Operations Director - Steve Suko
stevejwp@daktel.com
Phone: (701) 252-5131
325 17th Street SE
Jamestown, ND 58401
Source: Wells
Capacity of Plant: 12,000,000 gallons
Capacity of Wells: 7,000,000 gallons
Average Daily Consumption: 4.0 million gallons/day
Peak Consumption: 6.7 million gallons
Stutsman Rural Water
Address:1812 Highway 281 N
Jamestown, ND 58401-2104
Phone: (701) 252-7727
Method of Garbage Disposal: Sanitary Landfill
Sewer Use Charge: Based on water used
Lift Station & Wastewater System
Type: Mechanical & Lagoon
Capacity: 4.5 million gallons/day
Present Load: 3.5 million gallons/day - average
20 Lift Stations
Jamestown/Stutsman County, ND is a treasure trove of memories-in-the-making for your family.
The Jamestown Reservoir and Pipestem Dam provide every opportunity for water sports.
One of the state’s most seen tourist attractions can be found at the Frontier Village.