Jamestown West, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Jamestown West, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jamestown West, New York had a total population of 2,424, the 567th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $54,250, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Jamestown West Quick Facts

Population 2,424

Median Household Income $54,250

Median Home Value $146,000

Poverty Rate 9.5%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 55.8 years

Homeownership Rate 68.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.1%

High School Graduation Rate 94.5%

Diversity Index 19/100

Population 2,424 567th of 1,289

Median Income $54,250 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 9.5% 23% lower than national

Median Home Value $146,000 bottom 30%

How Jamestown West Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	2,398	2,424	+1.1%
Median household income	$64,034	$54,250	-15.3%
Median home value	$145,400	$146,000	+0.4%

How Jamestown West Compares

Median Household Income

Jamestown West

$54,250

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Jamestown West

$146,000

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%

$25K-$50K 28.4%

$50K-$100K 40.3%

$100K+ 18.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.0%

$10K-$15K

2.3%

$15K-$20K

1.3%

$20K-$25K

4.5%

$25K-$30K

7.6%

$30K-$35K

10.1%

$35K-$40K

3.9%

$40K-$45K

5.4%

$45K-$50K

1.4%

$50K-$60K

12.4%

$60K-$75K

14.7%

$75K-$100K

13.3%

$100K-$125K

4.5%

$125K-$150K

9.0%

$150K-$200K

2.7%

$200K+

2.1%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

52.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.1%

Renter 31.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $892/mo 19.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.7%

18-34

16.7%

35-54

14.1%

55-74

36.0%

75+

14.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Jamestown West Rankings in New York

#567 Population of 1,289

#1055 Median Income of 1,219

#637 Education of 1,288

#966 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Chautauqua County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Jamestown	28,188	$43,523	25.3%	$87,700
Dunkirk	12,549	$53,299	24.3%	$94,700
Fredonia	9,467	$50,433	25.2%	$192,500
Westfield	3,185	$46,774	15.3%	$102,600
Lakewood	2,957	$67,557	11.6%	$158,500
Silver Creek	2,604	$63,854	21.5%	$125,400
Falconer	2,149	$60,056	10.9%	$98,400
Frewsburg	1,792	$75,536	8.4%	$142,800
Brocton	1,404	$58,500	24.6%	$110,100
Celoron	1,397	$51,964	16.6%	$92,700

Cities Similar to Jamestown West

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Clifton Gardens	2,420	$57,245	$316,300	51.0%	2.6%
Siena College	2,500	N/A	N/A	67.7%	16.0%
Marist College	2,564	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Frankfort	2,503	$50,909	$128,200	13.0%	11.2%
Rouses Point	2,414	$46,250	$197,400	24.6%	11.9%

Population Overview

Jamestown West is a small community located in New York, within Chautauqua County. The total population is 2,424. It ranks as the 567th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Jamestown West is 55.8 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 14.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Jamestown West is $54,250. This is 37% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $146,000. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Jamestown West is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Jamestown West has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.0% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Jamestown West, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,289 Census-designated places in New York. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Jamestown West, New York?

Jamestown West, New York has a population of 2,424 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Jamestown West, NY?

The median household income in Jamestown West is $54,250, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Jamestown West, NY?

The poverty rate in Jamestown West is 9.5%. This means approximately 218 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Jamestown West, New York?

Jamestown West's population is 90.0% White, 1.4% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Jamestown West, NY?

The median home value in Jamestown West is $146,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Jamestown West, New York?

34.1% of adults (25+) in Jamestown West hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.