Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 508 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,785 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 5,883 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 7,013 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,329 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,963 (21.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,702 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,660 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 27,030 |
| Vacant Units | 4,079 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jones County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 61,853 residents. With a median age of 37.63, it is a relatively young county.
Jones County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,702 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 20.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jones County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,660 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $774. Homeownership rates are high at 72.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jones County are majority White (63.98%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jones County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39437 | Ellisville | 12,287 | $56,812 | $173,900 | $780 | 3.8% | 37.6% |
| 39440 | Laurel | 20,111 | $38,687 | $112,300 | $856 | 5.0% | 31.3% |
| 39443 | Laurel | 22,932 | $59,070 | $142,200 | $742 | 2.7% | 30.6% |
| 39459 | Moselle | 4,097 | $71,209 | $152,200 | $504 | 4.0% | 45.5% |
| 39477 | Sandersville | 479 | $47,250 | $102,200 | $838 | 6.7% | 48.0% |
| 39480 | Soso | 1,947 | $58,929 | $159,100 | $845 | 2.7% | 43.3% |