Jonesboro

Craighead County, Arkansas

Population 113K |Median income $59,548 |2 hospitals

Population

113,249

Craighead County

Median Income

$59,548

-12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$210,400

-8% vs avg

Median Age

34.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

113K+15%

Median Income

$59,548+44%

Median Home Value

$210,400+74%

Poverty Rate

20.1%-2%

Unemployment

5.6%-38%

Economics

Median Rent

$958/mo

Poverty Rate

20.1% +42% vs avg

Unemployment 5.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 29.7%

Work From Home 6.8%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 71.9%

African American 16.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%

Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

40.8%

High Blood Pressure

39.1%

Obesity

39.1%

Physical Inactivity

31%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.5%

Current Smoking

15.8%

Binge Drinking

15.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.8%

Diabetes

11.6%

Lack of Health Insurance

10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.6%

Dental Visit 52.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.7%

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL JONESBORO, INC.

JONESBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

JONESBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Jonesboro Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Jonesboro, AR? ▼

Jonesboro, AR has a population of 113,249 people, located in Craighead County, Arkansas.

What is the median household income in Jonesboro? ▼

The median household income in Jonesboro, AR is $59,548 per year. The poverty rate is 20.1%.

What is the median home value in Jonesboro? ▼

The median home value in Jonesboro, AR is $210,400. Median rent is $958/month.

What are the top health concerns in Jonesboro? ▼

The top health indicators in Jonesboro include Short Sleep Duration (40.8%), High Blood Pressure (39.1%), Obesity (39.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Jonesboro? ▼

Jonesboro has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Jonesboro? ▼

The median age in Jonesboro, AR is 34.5 years. 29.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Jonesboro, AR is located in Craighead County, Arkansas. With a population of 113K and a median household income of $59,548, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Jonesboro area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Craighead County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.