What are the schools like in Jonesboro, IL?

Jonesboro is served primarily by County of Union Sch Dist No43. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Jonesboro?

The median household income in Jonesboro, IL is $52,604 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

What is the weather like in Jonesboro, IL?

Jonesboro has an average high temperature of 45.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.4 inches.

Jonesboro, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Jonesboro, IL affordable or expensive?

Jonesboro's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jonesboro is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $97,000 and the median rent is $679 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Jonesboro, IL?

Crime rate data for Jonesboro is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Jonesboro, IL a Good Place to Live?

Jonesboro is a small town of 1,817 in Illinois, with a median household income of $52,604 and a 5.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Jonesboro stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Jonesboro is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jonesboro city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.0

Jonesboro's overall cost of living index is 90.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jonesboro costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jonesboro, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$97,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$679	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,604	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Jonesboro is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Jonesboro is served primarily by County of Union Sch Dist No43. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jonesboro, IL	National Avg
School District	County of Union Sch Dist No43	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jonesboro sees average highs of 45.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July, with 51.1 inches of annual precipitation and 10.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jonesboro, IL
Average High — January	45.2°F
Average High — July	89.7°F
Annual Precipitation	51.1"
Annual Snowfall	10.4"

Demographics

Metric	Jonesboro, IL	National Avg
Population	1,817	—
Median Age	40.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Jonesboro

Jonesboro, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62952

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonesboro, IL affordable or expensive?

Jonesboro's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jonesboro roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $97,000 and median rent is $679/month.

What is the crime rate in Jonesboro, IL?

Crime data for Jonesboro is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Jonesboro?

Public schools in Jonesboro are operated by County of Union Sch Dist No43. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 25.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jonesboro, IL a good place to live?

Jonesboro, IL has a population of 1,817, a median household income of $52,604, and an unemployment rate of 5.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Jonesboro?

Jonesboro averages 45.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.1 inches with about 10.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jonesboro?

Jonesboro, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62952.

What is the population of Jonesboro?

The population of Jonesboro, Illinois is 1,817 with a median age of 40.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jonesboro?

Key numbers for living in Jonesboro: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $97,000, median household income $52,604, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jonesboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.