Jonestown, MS is a small but vibrant city located in the heart of Mississippi with a population of 857. The town has a population density of 2,765 people per square mile which is far less than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Jonestown offers its residents an array of local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events to enjoy. Local businesses in the area include Anderson Grocery & Hardware store, Miller's Market Cafe and Diner and the Cotton Bowl Bowling Alley. Residents can also enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as fishing at Thompson Lake or enjoying a picnic at Timbo Park. There are many other organizations and clubs such as Lions Club, Jonestown Historical Society, Friends of Jonestown Library and more that support local initiatives in Jonestown. Sports fans can also take advantage of the local sports teams such as the Jonestown Soccer League or join in on some recreational activities like basketball at Jones County Community Center.
The population in Jonestown is 857. There are 2,215 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jonestown is 35.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jonestown is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jonestown
- 20.0% are married
- 5.4% are divorced
- 20.5% are married with children
- 44.4% have children, but are single
Race in Jonestown
- 0.0% are White
- 100.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander