Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 143 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,304 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 976 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,489 (20.3%) |
| Bachelors | 794 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,641 (22.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,046 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,277 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $841/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,475 |
| Vacant Units | 853 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jones County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,645 residents. With a median age of 43.77, it is a middle-aged county.
Jones County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,045 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.1% 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 $137,277 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $841. Homeownership rates are high at 73.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jones County are majority White (64.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jones County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 4 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.