Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Jamestown

Affordability in Jamestown, ND

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Jamestown is $773 per month and the median household income is $56,554 per year, with renters making up 45% of households. These figures help put the cost of assisted housing in context for budget-conscious renters in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Jamestown Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Jamestown have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Jamestown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Jamestown has a Walk Score of 65 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 48. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 8 public schools across 1 district serve Jamestown, including 5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high school, and 1 other campus. Ratings and quality vary by school, so renters should check the specific schools assigned to any address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Jamestown, ND

The median household income in Jamestown is $56,554 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The citywide median rent is $773 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Income-based housing programs in Jamestown, including HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties, set rents as a percentage of household income, which can make them significantly more affordable than market-rate units for qualifying renters.

• Median household income: $56,554/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $773/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 45% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Jamestown have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for assisted housing here is low.