Jonesboro, AR — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Craighead County · Arkansas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Jonesboro based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
79,187
2023 ACS
Median Income
$52,559
2023
Median Home Value
$213,400
2023
Median Rent
$926
2023
Median Age
33.7
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
91.0
100 = national avg
Jonesboro is a city in Craighead County, Arkansas, with a population of 79,187 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Jonesboro is one of the communities in Arkansas.
The median household income in Jonesboro is $52,559, and the median home value is $213,400. The cost of living index is 91.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $926 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 33.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
79,187
Male
37,821
47.8%
Female
41,366
52.2%
Median Age
33.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
18.6%
High School or Higher
37.0%
Foreign Born
4.5%
Veterans
4.5%
Married
37.2%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.502
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
66.0%
Foreign Born
4.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
5,860 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
74,060
English Only
92.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
4,037 speakers
Limited English
2.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.5%
Limited English Proficiency
2.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,548
4.5% of population
Disability Rate
32.9%
1,166 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$41,087
Unemployment Rate
2.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,334
94.0%
Female Veterans
214
6.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$41,087
Non-Veteran Income
$30,582
Difference
$10,505
34.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,166
Without Disability
2,382
Disability Rate
32.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
40,707
#1 Ancestry
English
12.8% (10,154)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.5% (7,501)
#3 Ancestry
American
9.1% (7,190)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
30,892
Family Households
19,586
63.4%
Married Couples
13,148
42.6%
Non-Family Households
11,306
36.6%
Single Mother Households
5,228
16.9%
Single Father Households
1,210
3.9%
Living Alone
8,922
28.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
17,337
In Married Couple
10,011
57.7%
With Single Mother
6,647
38.3%
With Single Father
679
3.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$70,803
Married Couple Income
$96,899
Single Mother Income
$33,500
Single Father Income
$52,308
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,674
Grandparents Responsible
820
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$52,559
-28% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,734
-15% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.4%
+65% vs national
Gini Index
0.5050
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+31% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.3%
of households
How Jonesboro Compares
Jonesboro vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Jonesboro is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Jonesboro, AR has a median household income of $52,559, making it the 20,095th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher median household income than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Jonesboro, AR has a per capita income of $31,734, making it the 15,419th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher per capita income than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Jonesboro, AR has a poverty rate of 22.4%, making it the 5,866th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher poverty rate than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Jonesboro, AR has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,680th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Jonesboro. The median household income here is $52,559.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+11% vs AR avg
Labor Force
38,504
Employed
35,711
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
18.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.7
Work from Home
6.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Jonesboro, AR metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$78.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
91.0
100 = national avg
-9.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,060
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,687
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$870
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,040
per month
The median household income in Jonesboro, AR is $52,559, which is 28.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,734. The poverty rate of 22.4% is higher than the AR state average of 19.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5050, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 6.1%. The labor force is 38,504. 18.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 6.6% working from home. About 81.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 91.0, which is 9.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 100.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,060 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$215,650
Median List Price
$279,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Days on Market
79
Active Inventory
309
Months of Supply
4.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$217,714
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,362
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
11.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
77
New Listings
87
Pending Sales
90
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$140
Median List $/SF
$140
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Jonesboro, AR? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Jonesboro, AR metro area, home prices have risen 86.8% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 63.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 38.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.8%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Jonesboro, AR housing market rather than Jonesboro alone.
Metro area: Jonesboro, AR
Jonesboro vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Jonesboro is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Jonesboro, AR has a median home value of $213,400, making it the 11,393rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher median home value than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Jonesboro, AR has a median rent of $926, making it the 11,807th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher median rent than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Jonesboro, AR has a price per square foot of $140, making it the 13,556th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher price per square foot than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Jonesboro, AR has a rent burden of 21.1%, making it the 7,283rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Jonesboro has a higher rent burden than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$213,400
Median Rent
$926
Total Housing Units
34,100
Vacancy Rate
9.4%
Owner Occupied
52.6%
Renter Occupied
47.4%
Median Property Tax
$1,228
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$945
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,228
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
of home value
Median Home Value
$213,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,400
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,228) by the median home value ($213,400). In Jonesboro, AR, this works out to an effective rate of 0.57%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Jonesboro, AR is $215,650 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 79 days on the market. 10.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $140. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,362/month. About 52.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1990. There are 34,100 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,228. The effective tax rate is 0.57%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.20
per 1,000 residents
+177% vs national
Property Crime Rate
30.45
per 1,000 residents
+77% vs national
Total Crimes
3,059
2024
Violent Clearance
66%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
+12.0%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Jonesboro Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Jonesboro vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Jonesboro is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Jonesboro police solve 100% of murder cases but only 13% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.06 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 84 | 1.03 | 35.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 50 | 0.62 | 44.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 446 | 5.49 | 74.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 755 | 9.29 | 18.1% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,538 | 18.93 | 23.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 181 | 2.23 | 13.3% |
Jonesboro, AR reported 585 violent crimes and 2,474 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.20 per 1,000 residents is 176.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 66% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,538 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 34.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 585 | 2,474 | 7.20 | 30.45 |
| 2023 | 517 | 2,658 | 6.43 | 33.06 |
| 2022 | 523 | 2,692 | 6.55 | 33.71 |
| 2021 | 591 | 2,469 | 7.28 | 30.40 |
| 2020 | 645 | 2,836 | 8.09 | 35.58 |
| 2019 | 537 | 2,982 | 6.86 | 38.10 |
| 2018 | 426 | 3,154 | 5.52 | 40.89 |
| 2017 | 404 | 3,147 | 5.30 | 41.31 |
| 2016 | 391 | 3,377 | 5.20 | 44.89 |
| 2015 | 394 | 2,946 | 5.37 | 40.13 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.8
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
89.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
66.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
52.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
28
Public Assistance
$48.7M
Individual Assistance
$3.8M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 32 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
409
Total Claims Paid
$7,923,223
Avg Claim Payout
$19,372
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
19
Federal Funding
$5,701,921
Properties Protected
27
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.83
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 13 | $4,340,527 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $871,948 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 1 | $429,446 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $33,750 |
| 91.4: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $26,250 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Jonesboro has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, earthquake, tornado. The area has had 28 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (12 declarations). 409 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $48,654,679 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,843,749 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 19 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.2%
3.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.7%
3.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
1.0pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.0%
Arthritis
26.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.7%
Loneliness
35.6%
Lack of Support
28.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
38.4%
Mobility
15.8%
Cognitive
20.6%
Hearing
7.4%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
11.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Jonesboro has an obesity rate of 39.2%, which is 3.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.7%, 3.2pp above the national average. About 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. 77.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
1.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.7 mi
St Bernards Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernards Medical Center | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. | 6.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Methodist Medical Center | 20.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Lawrence Memorial Hospital | 20.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Unity Health - Newport | 35.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
79,889
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM | 79,889 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
5
Total CO₂e
186.1K MT
Top Emitter
City Water & Light - City of Jonesboro
51.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
City Water & Light - City of Jonesboro City Water & Light Plant Of The City Of Jonesboro Arkansas | Power Plants | 51,100 |
CRAIGHEAD COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL Craighead County Solid Waste Disposal Authority | Waste | 48,776 |
AR GLASS CONTAINER CORP Glass Energy Co Inc | Minerals | 34,016 |
Riceland Foods, Inc. - Jonesboro Division Riceland Foods Inc | Other | 27,782 |
Frito Lay Inc. Pepsico Inc | Other | 24,425 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 5 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 186.1K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-26% vs national
Drive Alone
81.5%
+4% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-92% vs national
Work From Home
6.6%
-29% vs national
Carpool
9.4%
Walk
1.9%
How Jonesboro's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
6
2023
6-Year Avg
9
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Jonesboro, AR is 17 minutes, which is 26.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 81.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.6% work from home, which is above the AR state average of 5.8%. 9.4% of workers carpool. 1.9% walk to work. In 2023, there were 6 traffic fatalities from 5 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
69.9%
of households
No Internet
8.0%
of households
Total Households
30,892
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.2%
of households
Smartphone
91.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
73.6%
of households
Tablet
62.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.3¢
per kWh
-33% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.2¢
per kWh
-31% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.6¢
per kWh
-40% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$129
residential
-11% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Arkansas averages 12.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $129. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Jonesboro vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
79,889
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JONESBORO WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 79,889 | 0 |
87.1% of households in Jonesboro have broadband internet access. 69.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.0% of households have no internet access. 13.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 79,889 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Jonesboro is located in Craighead County, AR. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Jonesboro.
Election Overview
Source: Craighead County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
11,210
30.1%
GOP Votes
25,152
67.5%
Total Votes
37,242
Margin
R+37.4%
Shift from 2020
R+2.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,210 | 25,152 | 37,242 | 30.1% | 67.5% | R+37.4 |
| 2020 | 11,921 | 25,558 | 38,511 | 30.9% | 66.4% | R+35.4 |
| 2016 | 10,474 | 22,798 | 34,968 | 29.9% | 65.2% | R+35.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Craighead County recorded 37,242 total votes. Republicans won the county with 67.5% of the vote compared to 30.1% for Democrats, a margin of R+37.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Craighead County has shifted 2.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
308
Total Assets
$1.0B
Total Income
$1.0B
Per 10K Residents
38.9
nonprofits
-3.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
29
Median Assets
$216K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $949.3M of $1.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Jonesboro
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFJonesboro, AR has 308 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 40 organizations. 29 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 38.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
346
Total Approved
$115.8M
Jobs Supported
2,689
Per 10K Residents
43.7
SBA loans
-25.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
49
Top Lender
Simmons Bank
98 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
331
Total Amount
$107.7M
Avg Loan
$325,375
Median Loan
$110,000
SBA Guaranteed
$80.9M(75%)
Jobs Supported
2,611
Loans
15
Total Amount
$8.1M
Avg Loan
$542,133
Median Loan
$369,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
37
11% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$34.0M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$919,400
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander's Machine Shop Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Jjb&h Hotels Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Nea Therapy Providers L.l.c. | 1 | $4.6M |
| Meridian Hotels Llc | 2 | $3.6M |
| Dental Solutions L.l.c. | 2 | $3.4M |
| Us Best Building Solutions Llc | 1 | $3.3M |
| Harshraj Motel 2 Llc | 1 | $2.8M |
| Nomad's Pit Stop Inc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Caraway Medical Center Pllc | 1 | $2.0M |
| King Oak Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
Jonesboro, AR has received 346 SBA loans totaling $115.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 331 loans (96% of the total), supporting 2,611 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 15 loans totaling $8.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Jonesboro is Simmons Bank with 98 loans. That works out to 43.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
94,072
Avg Median Income
-$133,283,675
Avg Home Value
-$133,180,673
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72401 | 42,065 | $43,412 | $185,400 | $897 | 88.5 |
| 72404 | 29,722 | $67,000 | $236,300 | $938 | 128.1 |
| 72405 | 18,238 | $84,722 | $240,300 | $1,009 | 35.9 |
| 72411 | 3,072 | $53,158 | $101,300 | $1,013 | 36.2 |
| 72467 | 975 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
Jonesboro, AR has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 94,072. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,283,675. The average median home value is -$133,180,673. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,562.
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