Jonesboro, IL

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Jonesboro Overview

1,817
TOTAL POPULATION
894
MALE POPULATION
923
FEMALE POPULATION
96.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,541
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,375
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,604
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
754
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jonesboro Zip Codes

Jonesboro Area Codes

Race in Jonesboro

The most populous races in Jonesboro are White / Caucasian (1,676 | 92.2%), Two or more Races (107 | 5.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (34 | 1.9%).
Race in Jonesboro
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American160.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino341.9%
Native / Alaskan160.9%
White / Caucasian1,67692.2%
Two or more Races1075.9%
Some other Race20.1%
Total1,817100.0%

Ancestry in Jonesboro

The most populous ancestries reported in Jonesboro are German (352 | 19.4%), English (171 | 9.4%), American (149 | 8.2%), Irish (85 | 4.7%), and Italian (38 | 2.1%), together accounting for 43.8% of all Jonesboro residents.
Ancestry in Jonesboro
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1498.2%
British40.2%
Cherokee170.9%
Czechoslovakian60.3%
Danish60.3%
Dutch30.2%
English1719.4%
European251.4%
French311.7%
German35219.4%
Irish854.7%
Italian382.1%
Jamaican130.7%
Mexican331.8%
Northern European20.1%
Norwegian150.8%
Peruvian10.1%
Polish60.3%
Scandinavian50.3%
Scotch-Irish110.6%
Scottish251.4%
Sioux50.3%
South American10.1%
Swedish70.4%
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Immigrants in Jonesboro

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jonesboro came from Central America (8 | 0.4%), Latin America (8 | 0.4%), and Mexico (8 | 0.4%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Jonesboro residents.
Immigrants in Jonesboro
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America80.4%
Latin America80.4%
Mexico80.4%
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Sex and Age in Jonesboro

Sex and Age in Jonesboro

The most populous age groups in Jonesboro are 55 to 59 Years (123 | 13.8%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (102 | 11.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (8.9%)54 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years53 (5.9%)35 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Years27 (3.0%)49 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Years93 (10.4%)102 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Years15 (1.7%)34 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years36 (4.0%)56 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years50 (5.6%)43 (4.7%)
35 to 39 Years82 (9.2%)69 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years74 (8.3%)53 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years53 (5.9%)48 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years19 (2.1%)51 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years123 (13.8%)43 (4.7%)
60 to 64 Years36 (4.0%)55 (6.0%)
65 to 69 Years36 (4.0%)58 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years10 (1.1%)48 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years16 (1.8%)41 (4.4%)
80 to 84 Years28 (3.1%)50 (5.4%)
85 Years and over63 (7.0%)34 (3.7%)
Total894 (100.0%)923 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jonesboro

Median Family Size in Jonesboro

The median family size in Jonesboro is 3.31 persons per family, with married-couple families (293 | 76.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.36 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (57 | 14.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jonesboro
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple293 (76.1%)3.36
Single Male/Father35 (9.1%)3.23
Single Female/Mother57 (14.8%)3.12
Total Families385 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Jonesboro

The median household size in Jonesboro is 2.40 persons per household, with single male/father households (35 | 4.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4 persons per household. non-family households (348 | 47.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jonesboro
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple293 (40.0%)3.36
Single Male/Father35 (4.8%)4.00
Single Female/Mother57 (7.8%)3.77
Non-family348 (47.5%)1.20
Total Households733 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

Out of a total of 733 households in Jonesboro, 385 (52.5%) are family households, while 348 (47.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 145, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 302.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jonesboro
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-302 (41.2%)
2-Person Households107 (14.6%)46 (6.3%)
3-Person Households82 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households145 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households43 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total385 (52.5%)348 (47.5%)

Female Fertility in Jonesboro

Fertility by Age in Jonesboro

Average fertility rate in Jonesboro is 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 165.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 52.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years12 (28.6%)118.0
20 to 34 years22 (52.4%)165.0
35 to 50 years8 (19.1%)42.0
Total42 (100.0%)99.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

21.4% of women with births (42) 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jonesboro
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1 (4.5%)21 (95.5%)
35 to 50 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (21.4%)33 (78.6%)

Fertility by Education in Jonesboro

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School18 (42.9%)220.0
High School Diploma8 (19.1%)107.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (19.1%)47.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (19.1%)96.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total42 (100.0%)99.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jonesboro

78.6% of women with births in Jonesboro are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree 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%)18 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree1 (12.5%)7 (87.5%)
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (21.4%)33 (78.6%)

Income in Jonesboro

Income Overview in Jonesboro

Per Capita Income in Jonesboro is $26,541, while median incomes of families and households are $86,375 and $52,604 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,817$26,541
Median Family Income385$86,375
Mean Family Income385$85,284
Median Household Income733$52,604
Mean Household Income733$63,649
Income Deficit385$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,8171.08%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,81798.92¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8170.43

Earnings by Sex in Jonesboro

Average Earnings in Jonesboro are $44,032, $43,984 for men and $44,464 for women, a difference of 1.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Jonesboro
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male392 (51.6%)$43,984
Female367 (48.3%)$44,464
Total759 (100.0%)$44,032

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jonesboro

The most common earnings brackets in Jonesboro are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (67 | 17.1%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (57 | 15.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jonesboro
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less16 (4.1%)11 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (4.3%)24 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (1.0%)5 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (3.6%)24 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)11 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (3.1%)8 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (2.5%)14 (3.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (2.0%)5 (1.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49912 (3.1%)18 (4.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99913 (3.3%)13 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (2.5%)17 (4.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99930 (7.6%)12 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (2.3%)8 (2.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99967 (17.1%)15 (4.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (2.5%)57 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99943 (11.0%)24 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99937 (9.4%)47 (12.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99920 (5.1%)26 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (7.9%)25 (6.8%)
$100,000+29 (7.4%)3 (0.8%)
Total392 (100.0%)367 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

Average earnings in Jonesboro are $44,746 for men and $46,712 for women, a difference of 4.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,813, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,531. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,000, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $45,402.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$34,531$0
College or Associate's Degree$43,068$45,402
Bachelor's Degree$52,813$51,029
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,746$46,712

Family Income in Jonesboro

Family Income Brackets in Jonesboro

According to the Jonesboro family income data, there are 132 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00041.0%
$10,000 to $14,99920.5%
$15,000 to $24,9995614.5%
$25,000 to $34,999348.8%
$35,000 to $49,999318.1%
$50,000 to $74,9994411.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994712.2%
$100,000 to $149,99913234.3%
$150,000 to $199,999164.2%
$200,000+194.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jonesboro

5-person families (43 | 11.2%) account for the highest median family income in Jonesboro with $113,021 per family, while 3-person families (73 | 19.0%) have the highest median income of $33,472 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families135 (35.1%)$47,969
3-Person Families73 (19.0%)$100,417
4-Person Families129 (33.5%)$104,688
5-Person Families43 (11.2%)$113,021
6-Person Families2 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (0.8%)$0
Total385 (100.0%)$86,375

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jonesboro

The median family income in Jonesboro is $86,375, with families comprising 3+ earners (42) having the highest median family income of $143,125, while families with no earners (89) have the lowest median family income of $32,417, accounting for 10.9% and 23.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jonesboro
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners89 (23.1%)$32,417
1 Earner90 (23.4%)$43,750
2 Earners164 (42.6%)$108,889
3+ Earners42 (10.9%)$143,125
Total385 (100.0%)$86,375

Household Income in Jonesboro

Household Income Brackets in Jonesboro

With 153 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Jonesboro, accounting for 20.9% of all households. In contrast, only 13 households (1.8%) 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 $10,000364.9%
$10,000 to $14,9998812.0%
$15,000 to $24,99911916.2%
$25,000 to $34,999618.3%
$35,000 to $49,999587.9%
$50,000 to $74,99910614.5%
$75,000 to $99,9997510.2%
$100,000 to $149,99915320.9%
$150,000 to $199,999131.8%
$200,000+243.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jonesboro

The median household income in Jonesboro is $52,604, with the highest median household income of $91,458 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 204 households (27.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 17 households (2.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jonesboro
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years17 (2.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years204 (27.8%)$91,458
45 to 64 Years223 (30.4%)$57,989
65+ Years289 (39.4%)$30,048
Total733 (100.0%)$52,604

Poverty in Jonesboro

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro

With 19.2% poverty level for males and 18.9% for females among the residents of Jonesboro, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (41.0%) and 25 females (35.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31 (38.8%)13 (25.5%)
5 Years5 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (19.2%)5 (11.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)3 (7.9%)
15 Years16 (41.0%)3 (16.7%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (20.8%)
18 to 24 Years16 (33.3%)25 (35.7%)
25 to 34 Years6 (7.0%)10 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years37 (23.7%)5 (4.1%)
45 to 54 Years9 (12.5%)23 (23.2%)
55 to 64 Years30 (18.9%)30 (30.6%)
65 to 74 Years6 (13.0%)15 (14.1%)
75 Years and over4 (3.7%)32 (25.6%)
Total170 (19.2%)174 (18.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jonesboro

According to the poverty statistics in Jonesboro, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years 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 Years49 (61.3%)38 (74.5%)
5 Years11 (68.8%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (80.8%)37 (88.1%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)35 (92.1%)
15 Years23 (59.0%)15 (83.3%)
16 and 17 Years21 (100.0%)38 (79.2%)
18 to 24 Years32 (66.7%)45 (64.3%)
25 to 34 Years80 (93.0%)89 (89.9%)
35 to 44 Years119 (76.3%)117 (95.9%)
45 to 54 Years63 (87.5%)76 (76.8%)
55 to 64 Years129 (81.1%)68 (69.4%)
65 to 74 Years40 (87.0%)91 (85.9%)
75 Years and over103 (96.3%)93 (74.4%)
Total716 (80.8%)746 (81.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jonesboro

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jonesboro show that 8.9% or 26 of the total 293 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 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 Children104 (94.6%)6 (5.4%)
1 or 2 Children142 (89.3%)17 (10.7%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total267 (91.1%)26 (8.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro

According to the poverty data in Jonesboro, 14.3% or 5 single-father households and 24.6% or 14 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (20.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (40.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children5 (20.8%)14 (40.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (14.3%)14 (24.6%)

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

The poverty data for Jonesboro shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (8.9%) and 19 of the single-parent households (20.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (32.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jonesboro
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children17 (10.7%)19 (32.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (8.9%)19 (20.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Jonesboro

Employment by Class of Employer in Jonesboro

Among the 711 employed individuals in Jonesboro, private company employees (406 | 57.1%), state government employees (105 | 14.8%), and local government employees (84 | 11.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jonesboro
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40657.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)30.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)101.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations709.9%
Local Government Employees8411.8%
State Government Employees10514.8%
Federal Government Employees334.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total711100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jonesboro

According to the labor force statistics for Jonesboro, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,462), 51.6% or 754 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 38 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.2% or 83 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.7% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jonesboro
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years81 (58.7%)20 (24.7%)
20 to 24 Years29 (59.2%)3 (10.3%)
25 to 29 Years76 (82.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years83 (89.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years208 (74.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years142 (83.0%)8 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years83 (50.0%)4 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years22 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years22 (14.5%)3 (13.6%)
75 Years and over8 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total754 (51.6%)38 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

According to labor force statistics for Jonesboro, 68.9% of individuals (614) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (891) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 12 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 86.3% or 253 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 36.4% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School11 (16.4%)24 (36.4%)
High School Diploma113 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree237 (77.7%)10 (3.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher253 (86.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total614 (68.9%)18 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jonesboro are Health Diagnosing & Treating (113 | 15.8%), Community & Social Service (109 | 15.2%), Education, Arts & Media (59 | 8.2%), Health Technologists (54 | 7.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (47 | 6.6%).
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 Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (90.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.0%), and Business & Financial (70.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Management21 (55.3%)17 (44.7%)
Business & Financial7 (29.2%)17 (70.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 79 (72.5%)30 (27.5%)
Education, Arts & Media53 (89.8%)6 (10.2%)
Legal Services & Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (48.9%)24 (51.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating17 (15.0%)96 (85.0%)
Health Technologists5 (9.3%)49 (90.7%)
Total (Category)139 (46.5%)160 (53.5%)
Total (Overall)378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jonesboro are Healthcare Support (67 | 9.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (46 | 6.4%), Security & Protection (23 | 3.2%), Law Enforcement (23 | 3.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (17 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Jonesboro

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jonesboro, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (82.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (41.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support12 (17.9%)55 (82.1%)
Security & Protection23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving28 (60.9%)18 (39.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (58.8%)7 (41.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)73 (46.8%)83 (53.2%)
Total (Overall)378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jonesboro are Office & Administration (78 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (38 | 5.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jonesboro

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related25 (65.8%)13 (34.2%)
Office & Administration21 (26.9%)57 (73.1%)
Total (Category)46 (39.7%)70 (60.3%)
Total (Overall)378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jonesboro are Construction & Extraction (30 | 4.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12 | 1.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.7%).
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 & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jonesboro are Production (47 | 6.6%), Transportation (32 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (19 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jonesboro

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jonesboro
OccupationMaleFemale
Production33 (70.2%)14 (29.8%)
Transportation22 (68.8%)10 (31.2%)
Material Moving18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
Total (Category)73 (74.5%)25 (25.5%)
Total (Overall)378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro

Employment Industries in Jonesboro

The major employment industries in Jonesboro include Health Care & Social Assistance (231 | 32.3%), Public Administration (78 | 10.9%), Educational Services (65 | 9.1%), Retail Trade (60 | 8.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (53 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Jonesboro

Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro

The Jonesboro industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (80.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jonesboro
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Construction48 (94.1%)3 (5.9%)
Manufacturing28 (66.7%)14 (33.3%)
Wholesale Trade17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade36 (60.0%)24 (40.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (19.4%)25 (80.6%)
Utilities11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance11 (40.7%)16 (59.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services33 (50.8%)32 (49.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance82 (35.5%)149 (64.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services28 (52.8%)25 (47.2%)
Public Administration44 (56.4%)34 (43.6%)
Total378 (52.8%)338 (47.2%)

Education in Jonesboro

School Enrollment in Jonesboro

The most common levels of schooling among the 385 students in Jonesboro are high school (163 | 42.3%), elementary school (55 | 14.3%), and college / undergraduate (55 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Jonesboro
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool266.8%
Kindergarten215.4%
Elementary School5514.3%
Middle School5313.8%
High School16342.3%
College / Undergraduate5514.3%
Graduate / Professional123.1%
Total385100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jonesboro

Out of a total of 385 students who are enrolled in schools in Jonesboro, 17 (4.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 368 (95.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (86.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 25 (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 Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds59 (93.6%)4 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2 (13.3%)13 (86.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total368 (95.6%)17 (4.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jonesboro

Education (102 | 28.1%), arts & humanities (57 | 15.7%), psychology (44 | 12.1%), business (44 | 12.1%), and science & technology (28 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 363 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 & Mathematics61.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural185.0%
Physical & Health Sciences92.5%
Psychology4412.1%
Social Sciences30.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology287.7%
Business4412.1%
Education10228.1%
Literature & Languages41.1%
Liberal Arts & History195.2%
Visual & Performing Arts102.8%
Communications195.2%
Arts & Humanities5715.7%
Total363100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jonesboro

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jonesboro

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jonesboro are males with 2 vehicles (215, accounting for 57.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (157, making up 63.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jonesboro
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)4 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle35 (9.4%)36 (10.6%)
2 Vehicles215 (57.6%)157 (46.5%)
3 Vehicles74 (19.8%)85 (25.2%)
4 Vehicles28 (7.5%)32 (9.5%)
5 or more Vehicles21 (5.6%)24 (7.1%)
Total373 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jonesboro

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jonesboro are 10 to 14 minutes (164 commuters, 23.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (142 commuters, 20.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (104 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Jonesboro
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes415.9%
5 to 9 Minutes10414.9%
10 to 14 Minutes16423.5%
15 to 19 Minutes14220.4%
20 to 24 Minutes426.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes7310.5%
35 to 39 Minutes131.9%
40 to 44 Minutes131.9%
45 to 59 Minutes9513.6%
60 to 89 Minutes101.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Jonesboro

The most common commute times in Jonesboro are 10 to 14 minutes (94 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (70 commuters, 21.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jonesboro
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes27 (7.4%)14 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes42 (11.4%)62 (18.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes94 (25.6%)70 (21.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes92 (25.1%)50 (15.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes24 (6.5%)18 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes29 (7.9%)44 (13.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (1.6%)7 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes13 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes30 (8.2%)65 (19.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jonesboro

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jonesboro are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (84, 22.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (76, 23.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jonesboro
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM19 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14 (3.8%)12 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM18 (4.9%)18 (5.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM54 (14.7%)57 (17.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM84 (22.9%)76 (23.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM56 (15.3%)60 (18.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM12 (3.3%)30 (9.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM39 (10.6%)13 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM45 (12.3%)33 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM22 (6.0%)17 (5.1%)
Total367 (100.0%)330 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Ownership in Jonesboro

Of the total 733 dwellings in Jonesboro, owner-occupied units account for 551 (75.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 182 (24.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jonesboro
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units55175.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18224.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Household Size in Jonesboro
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household30241.2%
2-Person Household15320.9%
3-Person Household8211.2%
4+ Person Household19626.7%
Total Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jonesboro
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household201 (66.6%)101 (33.4%)
2-Person Household125 (81.7%)28 (18.3%)
3-Person Household62 (75.6%)20 (24.4%)
4+ Person Household163 (83.2%)33 (16.8%)
Total Housing Units551 (75.2%)182 (24.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jonesboro
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School36 (59.0%)25 (41.0%)
High School Diploma164 (72.6%)62 (27.4%)
College/Associate Degree176 (69.3%)78 (30.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher175 (91.1%)17 (8.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jonesboro
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years709.6%
35 to 44 Years15120.6%
45 to 54 Years7610.4%
55 to 64 Years14720.1%
65 to 74 Years11515.7%
75 to 84 Years9513.0%
85 Years and Over7910.8%
Total733100.0%

Housing Finances in Jonesboro

Median Income by Occupancy in Jonesboro

Median Income by Occupancy in Jonesboro
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied551 (75.2%)$70,313
Renter-Occupied182 (24.8%)$18,036
Average733 (100.0%)$52,604

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jonesboro

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jonesboro
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00015 (2.7%)3 (1.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)18 (9.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (4.7%)62 (34.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (2.7%)19 (10.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99976 (13.8%)9 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99931 (5.6%)30 (16.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (6.9%)20 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (15.8%)19 (10.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999153 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more35 (6.4%)2 (1.1%)
Total551 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jonesboro

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jonesboro
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30069 (12.5%)40 (22.0%)
$300 to $49984 (15.2%)22 (12.1%)
$500 to $799135 (24.5%)45 (24.7%)
$800 to $99946 (8.4%)37 (20.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499126 (22.9%)2 (1.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99966 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99911 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total551 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jonesboro

Housing Structures in Jonesboro

Housing Structures in Jonesboro
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached55075.0%
Single Unit, Attached40.5%
2 Unit Apartments212.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments81.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments233.1%
10 or more Apartments20.3%
Mobile Home / Other12517.1%
Total733100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jonesboro

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jonesboro
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached453 (82.4%)97 (17.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other98 (78.4%)27 (21.6%)
Total551 (75.2%)182 (24.8%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms3 (0.5%)35 (19.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms235 (42.6%)115 (63.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms202 (36.7%)23 (12.6%)
8 or more Rooms111 (20.2%)9 (5.0%)
Total551 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jonesboro

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jonesboro
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas308 (55.9%)88 (48.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (6.0%)3 (1.7%)
Electricity206 (37.4%)89 (48.9%)
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 Used4 (0.7%)2 (1.1%)
Total551 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jonesboro

Household Vehicle Usage in Jonesboro
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle23 (4.2%)21 (11.5%)
1 Vehicle164 (29.8%)90 (49.4%)
2 Vehicles220 (39.9%)67 (36.8%)
3 or more Vehicles144 (26.1%)4 (2.2%)
Total551 (100.0%)182 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jonesboro

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jonesboro

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units266285
Median Property Value$73,800$113,500
Median Household Income$34,688$29
Monthly Housing Costs$468$2
Real Estate Taxes$1,278$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00096 (36.1%)14 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99991 (34.2%)94 (33.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99975 (28.2%)166 (58.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (1.5%)11 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total266 (100.0%)285 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (4.1%)4 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99994 (35.3%)4 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99929 (10.9%)23 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99934 (12.8%)2 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (10.9%)4 (1.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (6.4%)58 (20.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (17.3%)58 (20.3%)
$150,000 or more6 (2.3%)107 (37.5%)
Total266 (100.0%)285 (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 2.0x172 (64.7%)97,083 (34,064.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x49 (18.4%)224 (78.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (7.5%)32 (11.2%)
4.0x or more21 (7.9%)12 (4.2%)
Total266 (100.0%)285 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jonesboro
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80086 (32.3%)4 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,49946 (17.3%)24 (8.4%)
$800 to $1,499100 (37.6%)50 (17.5%)
Total266 (100.0%)285 (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 Years159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years310 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years93 (83.0%)19 (17.0%)
26 to 34 Years146 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years260 (93.5%)18 (6.5%)
45 to 54 Years164 (95.9%)7 (4.1%)
55 to 64 Years249 (96.9%)8 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older232 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,765 (97.1%)52 (2.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jonesboro
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen310 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen93 (83.0%)19 (17.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jonesboro

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jonesboro
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000390 (97.3%)11 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999256 (96.2%)10 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999225 (99.1%)2 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999269 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over566 (95.1%)29 (4.9%)

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 683 (52.2%)78 (49.1%)
6 to 18 Years112 (36.1%)205 (66.1%)
19 to 25 Years18 (16.1%)76 (67.9%)
25 to 34 Years36 (24.7%)118 (80.8%)
35 to 44 Years88 (31.7%)176 (63.3%)
45 to 54 Years35 (20.5%)138 (80.7%)
55 to 64 Years144 (56.0%)120 (46.7%)
65 to 74 Years143 (94.1%)71 (46.7%)
75 Years and over228 (98.3%)84 (36.2%)
Total887 (48.8%)1,066 (58.7%)

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 Years20 (14.3%)17 (11.3%)
18 to 34 Years16 (11.9%)16 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years141 (36.4%)60 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years25 (54.3%)54 (50.9%)
75 Years and over97 (90.6%)46 (36.8%)

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 Years5 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (8.0%)12 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years14 (30.4%)17 (16.0%)
75 Years and over6 (5.6%)9 (7.2%)

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%)13 (8.7%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.5%)8 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years8 (2.1%)5 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years15 (10.7%)5 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years14 (10.4%)8 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years107 (27.7%)25 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (7.5%)
75 Years and over12 (11.2%)18 (14.4%)

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 Years51 (13.2%)23 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years11 (23.9%)42 (39.6%)
75 Years and over88 (82.2%)42 (33.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jonesboro: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (9.0%)3 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)26 (24.5%)
75 Years and over17 (15.9%)9 (7.2%)

Technology Access in Jonesboro

Computing Device Access in Jonesboro

Computing Device Access in Jonesboro
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop36349.5%
Smartphone54273.9%
Tablet34046.4%
No Computing Device13518.4%
Total733100.0%

Internet Access in Jonesboro

Internet Access in Jonesboro
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.4%
Broadband Home37150.6%
Cellular Data Only14319.5%
Satellite Internet344.6%
No Internet19927.2%
Total733100.0%

Jonesboro Summary

Jonesboro is a small town located in Union County, Illinois, United States. It is situated in the southern part of the state, about 25 miles east of Carbondale. The population of Jonesboro was 1,845 at the 2010 census.

History

Jonesboro was founded in 1818 by William Jones, a Revolutionary War veteran. He named the town after himself and it was incorporated in 1854. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon became a center for the timber industry. The town was also known for its coal mining operations.
In the late 19th century, Jonesboro was a major stop on the Cairo and Vincennes Railroad. The railroad brought many new people to the area, and the town grew rapidly. By the early 20th century, Jonesboro had become a bustling commercial center.

Geography

Jonesboro is located at 37°45'N 89°17'W (37.75, -89.28). It is situated in the southern part of the state, about 25 miles east of Carbondale. The town is located in the Shawnee National Forest, and is surrounded by rolling hills and wooded areas.
The climate in Jonesboro is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). The average annual precipitation is 44 inches (112 cm).

Economy

The economy of Jonesboro is largely based on agriculture and timber. The town is home to several farms, and the surrounding area is known for its timber production. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The town is also home to a number of service-based businesses, including a bank, a post office, and a medical clinic.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Jonesboro was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Jonesboro was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,000. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jonesboro?
Total Population of Jonesboro is 1,817.
What is the Total Male Population of Jonesboro?
Total Male Population of Jonesboro is 894.
What is the Total Female Population of Jonesboro?
Total Female Population of Jonesboro is 923.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jonesboro?
There are 96.86 Males per 100 Females in Jonesboro.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jonesboro?
There are 103.24 Females per 100 Males in Jonesboro.
What is the Median Population Age in Jonesboro?
Median Population Age in Jonesboro is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jonesboro
Average Family Size in Jonesboro is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jonesboro
Average Household Size in Jonesboro is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jonesboro?
Per Capita income in Jonesboro is $26,541.
What is the Median Family Income in Jonesboro?
Median Family Income in Jonesboro is $86,375.
What is the Median Household income in Jonesboro?
Median Household Income in Jonesboro is $52,604.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jonesboro?
Income or Wage Gap in Jonesboro is 1.1%.
Women in Jonesboro earn 98.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jonesboro?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jonesboro is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jonesboro?
There are 754 People in the Labor Forcein in Jonesboro.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jonesboro?
51.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Jonesboro.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jonesboro?
Unemployment Rate in Jonesboro is 5.0%.