What are the schools like in Jonesboro, LA?

Jonesboro is served primarily by Jackson Parish. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Jonesboro?

The median household income in Jonesboro, LA is $28,963 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.

What is the weather like in Jonesboro, LA?

Jonesboro has an average high temperature of 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Jonesboro, LA affordable or expensive?

Jonesboro's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jonesboro is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $88,300 and the median rent is $709 per month.

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

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

Is Jonesboro, LA a Good Place to Live?

Jonesboro is a small town of 4,135 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $28,963 and a 1.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% 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: 84.7

Jonesboro's overall cost of living index is 84.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jonesboro costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jonesboro, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$88,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$709	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	38.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$28,963	$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 Jackson Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jonesboro, LA	National Avg
School District	Jackson Parish	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jonesboro sees average highs of 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July, with 55.4 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jonesboro, LA
Average High — January	57.5°F
Average High — July	93.1°F
Annual Precipitation	55.4"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Jonesboro, LA	National Avg
Population	4,135	—
Median Age	36.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	47.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	45.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.9%	22.2%
65 and over	18.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Jonesboro

Jonesboro, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71251

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonesboro, LA affordable or expensive?

Jonesboro's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jonesboro roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $88,300 and median rent is $709/month.

What is the crime rate in Jonesboro, LA?

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 Jackson Parish. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 8.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jonesboro, LA a good place to live?

Jonesboro, LA has a population of 4,135, a median household income of $28,963, and an unemployment rate of 1.5%. 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 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.4 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jonesboro?

Jonesboro, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71251.

What is the population of Jonesboro?

The population of Jonesboro, Louisiana is 4,135 with a median age of 36.5. 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 85 (100 = US average), median home $88,300, median household income $28,963, 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.