Where is Jamestown, North Dakota, USA?

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Where is Jamestown Located? - Jamestown is a city located in the Stutsman County of North Dakota, United States. Jamestown lies between 40.8559314 Degrees North latitudes and 73.2006687 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Jamestown, North Dakota

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Where is Jamestown?: The Google Map showing the location of Jamestown in the U.S. state of North Dakota.

Where is Jamestown Located?

Jamestown is a city located in the Stutsman County of North Dakota, United States. Jamestown lies between 40.8559314 Degrees North latitudes and 73.2006687 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Jamestown city is 15849 people and the city has a total area of 13.28 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Jamestown, North Dakota Quick Facts

Property Information
CityJamestown
CountyStutsman County
StateNorth Dakota
State CapitalBismarck
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude46.9105° N
Longitude98.7084° W
Elevation1,404 ft (428 m)
Land Area12.89 sq mi
Water Area0.14 sq mi
Total Area13.03 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)15,849 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 1,230 per sq mi
ZIP Code58401
Area Code701
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code38-40580
Congressional DistrictNorth Dakota At-large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Jamestown, North Dakota

  • Valley City, North Dakota - East - 36 mi
  • Carrington, North Dakota - North - 43 mi
  • Edgeley, North Dakota - South - 42 mi
  • Medina, North Dakota - West - 35 mi
  • Pingree, North Dakota - Northwest - 22 mi
  • Wimbledon, North Dakota - Northeast - 28 mi
  • Bismarck, North Dakota - West - 95 mi
  • Fargo, North Dakota - East - 96 mi
  • Ellendale, North Dakota - South - 82 mi
  • Steele, North Dakota - West - 63 mi

Driving Distances from Jamestown, North Dakota

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
PingreeNorth Dakota2225 minutes
WimbledonNorth Dakota2830 minutes
MedinaNorth Dakota3535 minutes
Valley CityNorth Dakota3640 minutes
EdgeleyNorth Dakota4245 minutes
CarringtonNorth Dakota4350 minutes
SteeleNorth Dakota631 hour
EllendaleNorth Dakota821 hour 20 minutes
BismarckNorth Dakota951 hour 30 minutes
FargoNorth Dakota961 hour 30 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Jamestown, North Dakota

Transportation Details
Airport NameJamestown Regional Airport
IATA CodeJMS
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 94, US Highway 52, US Highway 281
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is in Fargo
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSouth Central Transit Network (regional service)
  • Interstate 94 connects Jamestown with Bismarck, Fargo, and other major cities across North Dakota.
  • US Highways 52 and 281 provide regional access to central and eastern North Dakota and neighboring states.
  • Jamestown Regional Airport supports commercial and general aviation services.
  • Regional transit services provide transportation within Stutsman County and surrounding communities.
  • Jamestown is known as the "Buffalo City" and serves as an important agricultural, educational, healthcare, and tourism center in central North Dakota.

What are top Places to Visit in Jamestown, North Dakota

Landmark Name Type
National Buffalo MuseumMuseum
World's Largest Buffalo MonumentRoadside Attraction
Frontier VillageHistoric Village
Jamestown ReservoirRecreation Area
Klaus ParkCity Park
Fort Seward Historic SiteHistoric Landmark
Stutsman County Memorial MuseumHistory Museum
McElroy ParkCommunity Park
Two Rivers Activity CenterSports & Recreation Center
Pipestem Creek TrailNature Trail

Colleges and Universities in Jamestown, North Dakota

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
University of JamestownPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, nursing, education, aviation, and graduate programs
North Dakota State UniversityPublicResearch UniversityAgriculture, engineering, business, health sciences, and research
Bismarck State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, energy technology, and online education
Lake Region State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer education, nursing, liberal arts, and workforce development
Jamestown Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education serving Jamestown

Waterbodies in Jamestown, North Dakota

Jamestown Reservoir, Pipestem Creek, James River, Spiritwood Lake, Arrowwood Lake, Mud Lake, Eldridge Lake, Lake LaMoure

Golf Courses in Jamestown, North Dakota

Jamestown Country Club, Hillcrest Municipal Golf Course, Edgewood Golf Course, CrossRoads Golf Course, Oakes Golf Club, Valley City Town & Country Club

Jamestown, North Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Jamestown was founded in 1872 as a Northern Pacific Railway settlement and was named after Jamestown, New York.
  • The city quickly became an important transportation, agricultural, and trade center for central North Dakota during westward expansion.
  • Fort Seward, established in 1872, played an important role in protecting early settlers and railroad construction in the Dakota Territory.
  • Jamestown became known as the "Buffalo City" because of its connection to the American bison, highlighted by the National Buffalo Museum and the World's Largest Buffalo Monument.
  • Today, Jamestown serves as a regional center for education, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism while preserving its western heritage and historic attractions.

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