Jamestown is a town in McClain County, in the central part of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It is incorporated under the laws of the State of Oklahoma and is governed by a mayor–council system.
Geography
- Coordinates: 35°36′23″N 97°04′45″W (approximately).
- Total area: 2.33 sq mi (6.04 km²), of which 2.32 sq mi (6.01 km²) is land and 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) is water, according to the United States Census Bureau.
- Elevation: Approximately 1,150 ft (350 m) above sea level.
Demographics
- Population (2020 Census): 2,163 residents.
- Population density: About 931 people per square mile (360 people per km²).
- Racial and ethnic composition: The 2020 Census reported the town’s residents as predominantly White, with notable percentages of Native American, African American, and Hispanic or Latino individuals. Exact percentages are available through detailed census tables.
History
- The settlement originated in the mid‑1890s as a stop on the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway.
- A post office was established in 1895, confirming the community’s early development.
- The name “Jamestown” was adopted officially in 1902; local historical accounts suggest it was named after an early settler or landowner named James (surname variations reported in different sources).
- Jamestown incorporated as a town in the early 20th century and has since served as a residential community within the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
Economy and Infrastructure
- The local economy is primarily based on small‑business retail, services, and agriculture, with many residents commuting to larger nearby cities such as Oklahoma City and Norman for employment.
- Transportation routes include State Highway 59, which connects the town to surrounding communities.
- Public education is provided by the McClain County Schools district, with Jamestown Elementary serving the town’s younger students.
Government and Services
- Jamestown elects a mayor and a town council responsible for municipal governance, budgeting, and local ordinances.
- Public safety services include a town police department and fire protection provided through a combination of municipal and volunteer personnel.
References
- United States Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census data.
- United States Geological Survey (USGS) Geographic Names Information System (GNIS).
- Oklahoma Historical Society, “Jamestown (McClain County).”
All information presented reflects data available from publicly released governmental and historical sources as of the latest census and official records.
