Jamestown, PA is a small town located in western Pennsylvania near the New York border. It has an estimated population of 1,155 people as of 2019. The town is known for it's quiet atmosphere and friendly locals. Despite its size, Jamestown has consistently ranked highly in BestPlaces' rankings of places to live in the US. According to BestPlaces, Jamestown ranks highly in several categories including cost of living, education and health care, lifestyle and leisure activities, public safety, amenities and infrastructure, and diversity. With a low cost of living and high quality of life, it's no wonder why Jamestown is often cited as one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania.
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