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Jamestown, ND

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Population
15,688
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,409 ft
Median Home Value
$199,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$773/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,554
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Overall#19 best place in North DakotaPopulation ranking#9 highest population in North DakotaNearest larger communityWest Fargo, North Dakota85 miles away · 41,175 residents.

About Jamestown

Jamestown is a city and the county seat of Stutsman County, North Dakota, situated at the confluence of the James River and Pipestem Creek. Founded in 1883 and home to the University of Jamestown, the community of approximately 15,800 features the National Buffalo Museum, which preserves the heritage of the American bison. Outdoor recreation is centered around the Jamestown Reservoir, and the town's early history is preserved at the historic Fort Seward site.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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