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4,415
TOTAL POPULATION
2,444
MALE POPULATION
1,971
FEMALE POPULATION
124.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.65
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,969
PER CAPITA INCOME
$37,989
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$33,621
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,789
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,278
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
36.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jonesboro Zip Codes

Jonesboro Area Codes

Race in Jonesboro

The most populous races in Jonesboro are Black / African American (2,853 | 64.6%), White / Caucasian (985 | 22.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (391 | 8.9%).
Race in Jonesboro
Race# Population% Population
Asian1974.5%
Black / African American2,85364.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3918.9%
Native / Alaskan100.2%
White / Caucasian98522.3%
Two or more Races1172.6%
Some other Race2535.7%
Total4,415100.0%

Ancestry in Jonesboro

The most populous ancestries reported in Jonesboro are Mexican (316 | 7.2%), American (284 | 6.4%), Sri Lankan (162 | 3.7%), English (130 | 2.9%), and German (105 | 2.4%), together accounting for 22.6% of all Jonesboro residents.
Ancestry in Jonesboro
Ancestry# Population% Population
African561.3%
American2846.4%
Austrian70.2%
Blackfeet110.3%
British30.1%
Canadian30.1%
Cherokee280.6%
Colombian270.6%
Creek270.6%
Croatian90.2%
Danish120.3%
Dominican80.2%
Dutch110.3%
English1302.9%
European50.1%
French521.2%
German1052.4%
Ghanaian100.2%
Haitian190.4%
Indian (Asian)250.6%
Irish922.1%
Italian240.5%
Jamaican611.4%
Korean100.2%
Malaysian250.6%
Mexican3167.2%
Puerto Rican270.6%
Scotch-Irish110.3%
Scottish140.3%
South American270.6%
Sri Lankan1623.7%
Subsaharan African661.5%
Welsh40.1%
West Indian100.2%
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Immigrants in Jonesboro

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jonesboro came from Latin America (220 | 5.0%), Central America (177 | 4.0%), Asia (168 | 3.8%), Mexico (165 | 3.7%), and South Eastern Asia (133 | 3.0%), together accounting for 19.5% of all Jonesboro residents.
Immigrants in Jonesboro
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa150.3%
Asia1683.8%
Caribbean160.4%
Central America1774.0%
China250.6%
Colombia270.6%
Eastern Africa150.3%
Eastern Asia250.6%
Guatemala20.1%
Haiti60.1%
Honduras100.2%
Jamaica100.2%
Latin America2205.0%
Mexico1653.7%
Pakistan100.2%
Philippines100.2%
South America270.6%
South Central Asia100.2%
South Eastern Asia1333.0%
Thailand100.2%
Vietnam1132.6%
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Sex and Age in Jonesboro

Sex and Age in Jonesboro

The most populous age groups in Jonesboro are 25 to 29 Years (397 | 16.2%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (222 | 11.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years109 (4.5%)213 (10.8%)
5 to 9 Years164 (6.7%)118 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years103 (4.2%)141 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Years147 (6.0%)65 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Years104 (4.3%)184 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Years397 (16.2%)52 (2.6%)
30 to 34 Years297 (12.1%)222 (11.3%)
35 to 39 Years93 (3.8%)118 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years150 (6.1%)52 (2.6%)
45 to 49 Years152 (6.2%)137 (7.0%)
50 to 54 Years127 (5.2%)147 (7.5%)
55 to 59 Years199 (8.1%)170 (8.6%)
60 to 64 Years209 (8.6%)52 (2.6%)
65 to 69 Years118 (4.8%)138 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years67 (2.7%)81 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years3 (0.1%)19 (1.0%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.1%)30 (1.5%)
85 Years and over3 (0.1%)32 (1.6%)
Total2,444 (100.0%)1,971 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jonesboro

Median Family Size in Jonesboro

The median family size in Jonesboro is 3.16 persons per family, with married-couple families (398 | 46.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (81 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jonesboro
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple398 (46.8%)3.38
Single Male/Father81 (9.5%)2.75
Single Female/Mother372 (43.7%)3.01
Total Families851 (100.0%)3.16

Median Household Size in Jonesboro

The median household size in Jonesboro is 2.60 persons per household, with married-couple households (398 | 31.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.44 persons per household. non-family households (409 | 32.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jonesboro
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple398 (31.6%)3.44
Single Male/Father81 (6.4%)2.75
Single Female/Mother372 (29.5%)3.20
Non-family409 (32.5%)1.19
Total Households1,260 (100.0%)2.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

Out of a total of 1,260 households in Jonesboro, 851 (67.5%) are family households, while 409 (32.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 351, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 351.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jonesboro
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-351 (27.9%)
2-Person Households351 (27.9%)56 (4.4%)
3-Person Households258 (20.5%)2 (0.2%)
4-Person Households168 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households32 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households42 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total851 (67.5%)409 (32.5%)

Female Fertility in Jonesboro

Fertility by Age in Jonesboro

Average fertility rate in Jonesboro is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 118.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 98.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years1 (1.8%)15.0
20 to 34 years54 (98.2%)118.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total55 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

80.0% of women with births (55) in Jonesboro are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jonesboro
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (80.0%)11 (20.0%)

Fertility by Education in Jonesboro

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School1 (1.8%)4.0
High School Diploma26 (47.3%)82.0
College or Associate's Degree18 (32.7%)77.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree10 (18.2%)476.0
Total55 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

20.0% of women with births in Jonesboro are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
High School Diploma26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total44 (80.0%)11 (20.0%)

Income in Jonesboro

Income Overview in Jonesboro

Per Capita Income in Jonesboro is $22,969, while median incomes of families and households are $37,989 and $33,621 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,415$22,969
Median Family Income851$37,989
Mean Family Income851$68,049
Median Household Income1,260$33,621
Mean Household Income1,260$61,777
Income Deficit851$9,789
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,41535.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,41564.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,4150.57

Earnings by Sex in Jonesboro

Average Earnings in Jonesboro are $28,133, $33,256 for men and $21,492 for women, a difference of 35.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Jonesboro
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,135 (60.5%)$33,256
Female741 (39.5%)$21,492
Total1,876 (100.0%)$28,133

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jonesboro

The most common earnings brackets in Jonesboro are $100,000+ for men (108 | 9.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (98 | 13.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jonesboro
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less53 (4.7%)62 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99937 (3.3%)16 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49917 (1.5%)54 (7.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99970 (6.2%)56 (7.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49924 (2.1%)24 (3.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99926 (2.3%)20 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49946 (4.1%)95 (12.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99939 (3.4%)25 (3.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49948 (4.2%)31 (4.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99976 (6.7%)48 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99985 (7.5%)98 (13.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999103 (9.1%)77 (10.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99981 (7.1%)31 (4.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99980 (7.0%)37 (5.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (3.4%)31 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99952 (4.6%)13 (1.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99939 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99934 (3.0%)3 (0.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (6.9%)10 (1.3%)
$100,000+108 (9.5%)10 (1.3%)
Total1,135 (100.0%)741 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

Average earnings in Jonesboro are $35,258 for men and $27,720 for women, a difference of 21.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $38,958, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $27,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,545, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $18,688.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$27,750$23,016
High School Diploma$36,554$28,599
College or Associate's Degree$38,958$29,830
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$35,258$27,720

Family Income in Jonesboro

Family Income Brackets in Jonesboro

According to the Jonesboro family income data, there are 180 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00018021.2%
$10,000 to $14,999475.5%
$15,000 to $24,99910612.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998810.3%
$35,000 to $49,999768.9%
$50,000 to $74,9999110.7%
$75,000 to $99,9999310.9%
$100,000 to $149,999768.9%
$150,000 to $199,999263.1%
$200,000+688.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jonesboro

4-person families (170 | 20.0%) account for the highest median family income in Jonesboro with $82,361 per family, while 4-person families (170 | 20.0%) have the highest median income of $20,590 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families436 (51.2%)$28,462
3-Person Families173 (20.3%)$0
4-Person Families170 (20.0%)$82,361
5-Person Families30 (3.5%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families42 (4.9%)$0
Total851 (100.0%)$37,989

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jonesboro

The median family income in Jonesboro is $37,989, with families comprising 3+ earners (84) having the highest median family income of $125,625, while families with no earners (184) have the lowest median family income of $12,574, accounting for 9.9% and 21.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jonesboro
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners184 (21.6%)$12,574
1 Earner341 (40.1%)$19,647
2 Earners242 (28.4%)$80,694
3+ Earners84 (9.9%)$125,625
Total851 (100.0%)$37,989

Household Income in Jonesboro

Household Income Brackets in Jonesboro

With 234 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Jonesboro, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 26 households (2.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00023418.6%
$10,000 to $14,999735.8%
$15,000 to $24,99917614.0%
$25,000 to $34,99919415.4%
$35,000 to $49,9991209.5%
$50,000 to $74,99914111.2%
$75,000 to $99,999897.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991209.5%
$150,000 to $199,999262.1%
$200,000+846.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jonesboro

The median household income in Jonesboro is $33,621, with the highest median household income of $39,620 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 335 households (26.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $17,885, with 66 households (5.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years66 (5.2%)$17,885
25 to 44 Years335 (26.6%)$39,620
45 to 64 Years522 (41.4%)$37,708
65+ Years337 (26.8%)$33,980
Total1,260 (100.0%)$33,621

Poverty in Jonesboro

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro

With 29.3% poverty level for males and 42.9% for females among the residents of Jonesboro, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8 males (100.0%) and 20 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (35.8%)140 (65.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years134 (74.4%)40 (24.4%)
12 to 14 Years51 (60.7%)68 (90.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (100.0%)14 (93.3%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)114 (78.1%)
25 to 34 Years59 (18.4%)67 (32.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)90 (61.2%)
45 to 54 Years28 (20.7%)60 (22.6%)
55 to 64 Years93 (29.3%)96 (45.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (12.0%)33 (15.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total433 (29.3%)768 (42.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro

According to the poverty statistics in Jonesboro, males aged 15 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years70 (64.2%)73 (34.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years46 (25.6%)124 (75.6%)
12 to 14 Years33 (39.3%)7 (9.3%)
15 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (6.7%)
18 to 24 Years52 (100.0%)32 (21.9%)
25 to 34 Years262 (81.6%)140 (67.6%)
35 to 44 Years65 (100.0%)57 (38.8%)
45 to 54 Years107 (79.3%)205 (77.4%)
55 to 64 Years224 (70.7%)116 (54.7%)
65 to 74 Years154 (88.0%)186 (84.9%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)
Total1,047 (70.7%)1,022 (57.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jonesboro

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jonesboro show that 22.1% or 88 of the total 398 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 33.1%, comprising of 88 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jonesboro
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children178 (66.9%)88 (33.1%)
1 or 2 Children85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (77.9%)88 (22.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)35 (25.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)164 (98.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)267 (71.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro

The poverty data for Jonesboro shows that 88 of the married-couple family households (22.1%) and 267 of the single-parent households (58.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 households (33.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children88 (33.1%)35 (16.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)164 (98.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total88 (22.1%)267 (58.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Jonesboro

Employment by Class of Employer in Jonesboro

Among the 1,198 employed individuals in Jonesboro, private company employees (858 | 71.6%), self-employed (incorporated) (98 | 8.2%), and local government employees (83 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jonesboro
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees85871.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)988.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)826.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations726.0%
Local Government Employees836.9%
State Government Employees50.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,198100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jonesboro

According to the labor force statistics for Jonesboro, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,512), 36.4% or 1,278 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 79 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 48.1% or 271 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.5% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years27 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years124 (43.1%)13 (10.5%)
25 to 29 Years149 (33.2%)14 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years243 (46.8%)19 (7.8%)
35 to 44 Years130 (31.5%)13 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years271 (48.1%)20 (7.4%)
55 to 59 Years129 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years120 (46.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years84 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,278 (36.4%)79 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

According to labor force statistics for Jonesboro, 40.5% of individuals (1,042) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,574) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 66 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 74.1% or 109 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.4% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School138 (19.0%)68 (9.4%)
High School Diploma592 (49.3%)53 (4.4%)
College / Associate Degree203 (40.6%)47 (9.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher109 (74.1%)11 (7.3%)
Total1,042 (40.5%)162 (6.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jonesboro are Community & Social Service (62 | 5.2%), Management (60 | 5.0%), Education Instruction & Library (50 | 4.2%), Business & Financial (22 | 1.8%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (11 | 0.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jonesboro

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jonesboro, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Management60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (8.1%)57 (91.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (10.0%)45 (90.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)69 (46.6%)79 (53.4%)
Total (Overall)693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jonesboro are Food Preparation & Serving (115 | 9.6%), Healthcare Support (89 | 7.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (85 | 7.1%), Security & Protection (53 | 4.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (53 | 4.4%).
Services Occupations in Jonesboro

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jonesboro, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.1%), and Healthcare Support (14.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support76 (85.4%)13 (14.6%)
Security & Protection53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving39 (33.9%)76 (66.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Total (Category)253 (65.2%)135 (34.8%)
Total (Overall)693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jonesboro are Office & Administration (149 | 12.4%), and Sales & Related (120 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jonesboro

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related45 (37.5%)75 (62.5%)
Office & Administration61 (40.9%)88 (59.1%)
Total (Category)106 (39.4%)163 (60.6%)
Total (Overall)693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jonesboro are Construction & Extraction (88 | 7.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (28 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jonesboro

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jonesboro are Material Moving (163 | 13.6%), Production (63 | 5.3%), and Transportation (51 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jonesboro

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Production63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation14 (27.5%)37 (72.6%)
Material Moving72 (44.2%)91 (55.8%)
Total (Category)149 (53.8%)128 (46.2%)
Total (Overall)693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro

Employment Industries in Jonesboro

The major employment industries in Jonesboro include Transportation & Warehousing (184 | 15.4%), Retail Trade (133 | 11.1%), Administrative & Support (120 | 10.0%), Educational Services (120 | 10.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (118 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in Jonesboro

Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro

The Jonesboro industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Information (89.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing74 (88.1%)10 (11.9%)
Wholesale Trade6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Retail Trade84 (63.2%)49 (36.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing118 (64.1%)66 (35.9%)
Utilities7 (12.7%)48 (87.3%)
Information17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support81 (67.5%)39 (32.5%)
Educational Services36 (30.0%)84 (70.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance93 (78.8%)25 (21.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services40 (34.5%)76 (65.5%)
Public Administration22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total693 (57.9%)505 (42.1%)

Education in Jonesboro

School Enrollment in Jonesboro

The most common levels of schooling among the 735 students in Jonesboro are elementary school (274 | 37.3%), middle school (178 | 24.2%), and high school (151 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Jonesboro
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool395.3%
Kindergarten40.5%
Elementary School27437.3%
Middle School17824.2%
High School15120.5%
College / Undergraduate8912.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total735100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jonesboro

Out of a total of 735 students who are enrolled in schools in Jonesboro, 186 (25.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 549 (74.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 226 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jonesboro
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old113 (43.6%)146 (56.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds84 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total549 (74.7%)186 (25.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jonesboro

Arts & humanities (39 | 18.3%), business (33 | 15.5%), liberal arts & history (26 | 12.2%), communications (21 | 9.9%), and social sciences (20 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 213 individuals in Jonesboro who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jonesboro
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences52.4%
Psychology188.5%
Social Sciences209.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology125.6%
Business3315.5%
Education178.0%
Literature & Languages115.2%
Liberal Arts & History2612.2%
Visual & Performing Arts115.2%
Communications219.9%
Arts & Humanities3918.3%
Total213100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jonesboro

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jonesboro

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jonesboro are males with 2 vehicles (303, accounting for 43.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (195, making up 60.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jonesboro
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle35 (5.1%)62 (12.3%)
1 Vehicle187 (27.0%)160 (31.7%)
2 Vehicles303 (43.7%)195 (38.6%)
3 Vehicles139 (20.1%)64 (12.7%)
4 Vehicles21 (3.0%)6 (1.2%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (1.1%)18 (3.6%)
Total693 (100.0%)505 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jonesboro

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jonesboro are 30 to 34 minutes (202 commuters, 17.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (172 commuters, 15.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (166 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Jonesboro
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes302.6%
5 to 9 Minutes322.8%
10 to 14 Minutes16614.6%
15 to 19 Minutes827.2%
20 to 24 Minutes15813.9%
25 to 29 Minutes11510.1%
30 to 34 Minutes20217.7%
35 to 39 Minutes343.0%
40 to 44 Minutes262.3%
45 to 59 Minutes17215.1%
60 to 89 Minutes857.5%
90 or more Minutes363.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Jonesboro

The most common commute times in Jonesboro are 45 to 59 minutes (97 commuters, 15.1%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (126 commuters, 25.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jonesboro
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (0.9%)24 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes11 (1.7%)21 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes75 (11.7%)91 (18.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes60 (9.4%)22 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes94 (14.7%)64 (12.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes91 (14.2%)24 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes76 (11.9%)126 (25.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)34 (6.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes26 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes97 (15.1%)75 (15.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes69 (10.8%)16 (3.2%)
90 or more Minutes36 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jonesboro

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jonesboro are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (134, 20.9%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (106, 21.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jonesboro
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM50 (7.8%)23 (4.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM47 (7.3%)36 (7.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM92 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM83 (13.0%)15 (3.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM82 (12.8%)97 (19.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM41 (6.4%)31 (6.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM32 (5.0%)86 (17.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)37 (7.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)45 (9.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM22 (3.4%)16 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM134 (20.9%)5 (1.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM36 (5.6%)106 (21.3%)
Total641 (100.0%)497 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Ownership in Jonesboro

Of the total 1,260 dwellings in Jonesboro, owner-occupied units account for 400 (31.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 860 (68.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jonesboro
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units40031.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units86068.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,260100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Household Size in Jonesboro
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household35127.9%
2-Person Household40732.3%
3-Person Household26020.6%
4+ Person Household24219.2%
Total Housing Units1,260100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jonesboro
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household151 (43.0%)200 (57.0%)
2-Person Household121 (29.7%)286 (70.3%)
3-Person Household82 (31.5%)178 (68.5%)
4+ Person Household46 (19.0%)196 (81.0%)
Total Housing Units400 (31.8%)860 (68.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School79 (19.9%)318 (80.1%)
High School Diploma191 (34.2%)367 (65.8%)
College/Associate Degree85 (46.7%)97 (53.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher45 (36.6%)78 (63.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jonesboro
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years22617.9%
35 to 44 Years17513.9%
45 to 54 Years24219.2%
55 to 64 Years28022.2%
65 to 74 Years26420.9%
75 to 84 Years383.0%
85 Years and Over352.8%
Total1,260100.0%

Housing Finances in Jonesboro

Median Income by Occupancy in Jonesboro

Median Income by Occupancy in Jonesboro
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied400 (31.8%)$61,000
Renter-Occupied860 (68.2%)$28,934
Average1,260 (100.0%)$33,621

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jonesboro
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00033 (8.3%)83 (9.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (1.3%)113 (13.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (1.3%)68 (7.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (4.8%)68 (7.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (6.8%)63 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (4.5%)176 (20.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99952 (13.0%)68 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99982 (20.5%)59 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99949 (12.2%)41 (4.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99933 (8.3%)87 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more77 (19.3%)34 (4.0%)
Total400 (100.0%)860 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jonesboro

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jonesboro
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30050 (12.5%)47 (5.5%)
$300 to $499144 (36.0%)71 (8.3%)
$500 to $79960 (15.0%)142 (16.5%)
$800 to $9998 (2.0%)145 (16.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49979 (19.8%)252 (29.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99947 (11.7%)119 (13.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (100.0%)860 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jonesboro

Housing Structures in Jonesboro

Housing Structures in Jonesboro
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached64851.4%
Single Unit, Attached755.9%
2 Unit Apartments937.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments24219.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments514.1%
10 or more Apartments14611.6%
Mobile Home / Other50.4%
Total1,260100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jonesboro

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jonesboro
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached361 (55.7%)287 (44.3%)
Single Unit, Attached34 (45.3%)41 (54.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)242 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)146 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (31.8%)860 (68.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jonesboro

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jonesboro
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)87 (10.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)107 (12.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms142 (35.5%)506 (58.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms188 (47.0%)112 (13.0%)
8 or more Rooms70 (17.5%)48 (5.6%)
Total400 (100.0%)860 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jonesboro

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jonesboro
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas247 (61.8%)361 (42.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)19 (2.2%)
Electricity151 (37.8%)480 (55.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (100.0%)860 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jonesboro

Household Vehicle Usage in Jonesboro
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (6.8%)261 (30.3%)
1 Vehicle105 (26.3%)353 (41.0%)
2 Vehicles178 (44.5%)178 (20.7%)
3 or more Vehicles90 (22.5%)68 (7.9%)
Total400 (100.0%)860 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jonesboro

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jonesboro

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units225175
Median Property Value$104,200$130,900
Median Household Income$50,673$41
Monthly Housing Costs$344$0
Real Estate Taxes$620$12

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (7.6%)14 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99993 (41.3%)25 (14.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999109 (48.4%)136 (77.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total225 (100.0%)175 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00030 (13.3%)17 (9.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99935 (15.6%)8 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (8.0%)16 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (20.0%)26 (14.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (6.2%)37 (21.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (9.3%)35 (20.0%)
$150,000 or more36 (16.0%)12 (6.9%)
Total225 (100.0%)175 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jonesboro

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jonesboro
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x114 (50.7%)75,625 (43,214.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x24 (10.7%)86 (49.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x28 (12.4%)52 (29.7%)
4.0x or more46 (20.4%)13 (7.4%)
Total225 (100.0%)175 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800117 (52.0%)3 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,49984 (37.3%)38 (21.7%)
$800 to $1,49924 (10.7%)65 (37.1%)
Total225 (100.0%)175 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years320 (93.6%)22 (6.4%)
6 to 18 Years595 (94.9%)32 (5.1%)
19 to 25 Years91 (58.7%)64 (41.3%)
26 to 34 Years347 (66.5%)175 (33.5%)
35 to 44 Years203 (95.8%)9 (4.3%)
45 to 54 Years298 (74.5%)102 (25.5%)
55 to 64 Years395 (74.7%)134 (25.3%)
65 to 74 Years394 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,732 (83.6%)538 (16.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jonesboro
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born320 (93.6%)22 (6.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen595 (94.9%)32 (5.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen91 (58.7%)64 (41.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jonesboro
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000828 (77.3%)243 (22.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999700 (89.7%)80 (10.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999291 (86.9%)44 (13.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999227 (79.4%)59 (20.6%)
$100,000 and over686 (86.0%)112 (14.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jonesboro

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6291 (85.1%)29 (8.5%)
6 to 18 Years566 (90.3%)29 (4.6%)
19 to 25 Years27 (17.4%)64 (41.3%)
25 to 34 Years158 (30.3%)217 (41.6%)
35 to 44 Years77 (36.3%)126 (59.4%)
45 to 54 Years72 (18.0%)245 (61.3%)
55 to 64 Years101 (19.1%)315 (59.6%)
65 to 74 Years387 (98.2%)126 (32.0%)
75 Years and over89 (100.0%)50 (56.2%)
Total1,768 (54.1%)1,201 (36.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jonesboro

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)35 (11.7%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.7%)19 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years117 (22.6%)243 (38.9%)
65 to 74 Years56 (32.0%)149 (68.0%)
75 Years and over5 (62.5%)61 (75.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jonesboro

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years13 (7.4%)28 (12.8%)
75 Years and over2 (25.0%)9 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (6.6%)72 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (4.0%)55 (25.1%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)3 (3.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)35 (11.7%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.7%)19 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years23 (4.4%)91 (14.6%)
65 to 74 Years22 (12.6%)132 (60.3%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)19 (23.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years60 (11.6%)164 (26.3%)
65 to 74 Years50 (28.6%)127 (58.0%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)58 (71.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (3.7%)87 (13.9%)
65 to 74 Years22 (12.6%)38 (17.3%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)16 (19.8%)

Technology Access in Jonesboro

Computing Device Access in Jonesboro

Computing Device Access in Jonesboro
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop77861.8%
Smartphone96076.2%
Tablet44635.4%
No Computing Device14411.4%
Total1,260100.0%

Internet Access in Jonesboro

Internet Access in Jonesboro
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home68454.3%
Cellular Data Only14911.8%
Satellite Internet16613.2%
No Internet35528.2%
Total1,260100.0%

Jonesboro Summary

Jonesboro, Georgia is a city located in Clayton County, Georgia, United States. It is the county seat of Clayton County and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The population was 4,724 at the 2010 census.

History

Jonesboro was founded in 1823 and named after the Revolutionary War hero, Major J. Jones. The city was incorporated in 1859 and was the site of the Battle of Jonesboro during the Civil War. The city was destroyed during the war, but was rebuilt and incorporated again in 1872.

Geography

Jonesboro is located in the south-central part of Clayton County at 33°30'N 84°21'W (33.50, -84.35). It is bordered to the north by the city of Morrow and to the south by the city of Riverdale. The city is located along Interstate 75, which runs north-south through the city.

The city has a total area of 4 2 square miles 10 9 km2 all of it land

Economy

Jonesboro is home to several large employers, including Clayton State University, Clayton County Public Schools, and the Clayton County Board of Education. The city also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 4,724 people, 1,845 households, and 1,093 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,125.2 people per square mile (435.2/km2). There were 2,039 housing units at an average density of 487.2 per square mile (188.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 54.3% African American, 37.2% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.7% of the population.
There were 1,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.2% were married couples living together, 22.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 11.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $33,958, and the median income for a family was $41,964. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $25,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 14.2% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jonesboro?
Total Population of Jonesboro is 4,415.
What is the Total Male Population of Jonesboro?
Total Male Population of Jonesboro is 2,444.
What is the Total Female Population of Jonesboro?
Total Female Population of Jonesboro is 1,971.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jonesboro?
There are 124.00 Males per 100 Females in Jonesboro.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jonesboro?
There are 80.65 Females per 100 Males in Jonesboro.
What is the Median Population Age in Jonesboro?
Median Population Age in Jonesboro is 33.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jonesboro
Average Family Size in Jonesboro is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jonesboro
Average Household Size in Jonesboro is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jonesboro?
Per Capita income in Jonesboro is $22,969.
What is the Median Family Income in Jonesboro?
Median Family Income in Jonesboro is $37,989.
What is the Median Household income in Jonesboro?
Median Household Income in Jonesboro is $33,621.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jonesboro?
Income or Wage Gap in Jonesboro is 35.4%.
Women in Jonesboro earn 64.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Jonesboro?
Family Income Deficit in Jonesboro is $9,789.
Families that are below poverty line in Jonesboro earn $9,789 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jonesboro?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jonesboro is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jonesboro?
There are 1,278 People in the Labor Forcein in Jonesboro.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jonesboro?
36.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Jonesboro.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jonesboro?
Unemployment Rate in Jonesboro is 6.2%.