Jonesboro, GA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
HomeSnacks is reader-supported. When you click through real estate links on our site, we earn an affiliate commission. Learn more.
Jonesboro, Georgia Info Snack
Table Of Contents
Population
5,428
Unemployment
3.2%
Poverty
31.9%
Median Home
$80,700
Median Income
$29,375
Median Rent
$898
Jonesboro SnackAbility
5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
6
Affordability
5
Diversity
9.5
Safety
N/A
Amenities
8
Education
3
Commute
6
Jonesboro, GA Photos
Source: Wikipedia User Www78 | CC BY-SA 3.0
Source: Wikipedia User Open street map | CC BY 2.5
Source: Wikipedia User dbking | CC BY 2.0
Rankings for Jonesboro in Georgia
Map Of Jonesboro, GA
Best Places Around Jonesboro
1
Decatur, GA
Population 24,814
2
Druid Hills, GA
Population 8,525
3
Fayetteville, GA
Population 17,902
4
Tyrone, GA
Population 7,427
5
Redan, GA
Population 34,870
6
Belvedere Park, GA
Population 15,028
7
Gresham Park, GA
Population 9,148
8
Candler-McAfee, GA
Population 24,419
9
Scottdale, GA
Population 11,196
10
Atlanta, GA
Population 497,642
Population over time in Jonesboro
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5,428 | 14.6% |
| 2019 | 4,737 | 1.3% |
| 2018 | 4,676 | 0.1% |
| 2017 | 4,671 | 0.0% |
| 2016 | 4,669 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 4,661 | -0.2% |
| 2014 | 4,671 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 4,635 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 4,591 | -38.8% |
| 2011 | 7,505 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Jonesboro
| Race | Jonesboro | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 18.4% | 52.1% | 60.1% |
| African American | 56.8% | 31.1% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 4.3% | 4.1% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Two Or More | 2.2% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Hispanic | 17.9% | 9.6% | 18.2% |
Gender in Jonesboro
| Gender | Jonesboro | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.9% | 51.4% | 50.8% |
| Male | 56.1% | 48.6% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Jonesboro for adults over 25
| Education | Jonesboro | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 11.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 21.0% | 8.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 42.0% | 28.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 4.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 1.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Jonesboro, Georgia
| Income | Jonesboro | GA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 18.6% | 6.6% | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.6% | 4.2% | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.6% | 9.0% | 8.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16.7% | 9.3% | 8.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% | 12.5% | 12.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.2% | 17.6% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4.1% | 12.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5.5% | 14.9% | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.1% | 6.3% | 7.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.8% | 7.1% | 8.3% |
