Cost of Living in Jamestown, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.0
100 = national avg
-21.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,738
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,109
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing31.9
Food104.6
Transportation109.3
Healthcare103.7
Utilities89.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$676
per month
2 Bedroom
$877
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jamestown is 79.0, which is 21.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 31.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,738 per year to cover basic expenses.