Jonesboro, AR is a bustling small city with a population of 57,220 and a population density of 528 people per square mile. It is located in the northeastern part of Arkansas and is known for its local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, and organizations promoting oneness among its residents.
Local businesses include The Mill Pizza Co., The Mall at Turtle Creek, Sonic Drive-In, Starbucks Coffee, Christie’s Curio Shop & Antiques, and many more. For outdoor activities year-round, visitors can enjoy the hiking trails within Craighead Forest Park or lakeside camping at Lake Frierson State Park. Jonesboro also has several organizations that promote unity amongst its citizens such as the United Way of Northeast Arkansas and the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce. Local sporting events include Jonesboro High School football games or Razorback baseball games held at nearby Arkansas State University.
The population in Jonesboro (zip 72401) is 57,220. There are 488 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jonesboro (zip 72401) is 34.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jonesboro (zip 72401) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jonesboro (zip 72401)
- 42.4% are married
- 13.9% are divorced
- 25.2% are married with children
- 24.8% have children, but are single
Race in Jonesboro (zip 72401)
- 69.9% are White
- 18.4% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 6.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.9% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander