Jonesboro, Arkansas
Jonesboro: The most populous city in Craighead County, Arkansas. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Jonesboro is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Arkansas State University Museum and the Jonesboro Arts Center.
About
Jonesboro is a city located in the county of Craighead in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 67,263. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 79,859 inhabitants.
The city was created 165 years ago in 1859.
Quick Facts about Jonesboro
| Population : | 79,859 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Arkansas (United States) |
| County : | Craighead County |
| Postal code : | 72401–72404 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 870 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.72% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.28% |
| Altitude : | 259 feet / 79 meters |
| Capital city : | Jonesboro is capital of Craighead County |
| Establishment : | February 02, 1859 (165 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 04:41:36 (23rd December 2024) |
| Population growth : | 15.77% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Jonesboro is located at 35°50'32"N 90°42'15"W (35.8423000, -90.7042800).
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- Official Website
Official website of Jonesboro
Demographics
The population of Jonesboro increased by 15.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 67,263 | - | census |
| 2011 | 68,998 | 2.51% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 70,440 | 2.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 71,604 | 1.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 72,303 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 73,763 | 1.98% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 74,797 | 1.38% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 75,938 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 77,234 | 1.68% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 78,394 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 79,859 | 1.83% | estimation process |
People born in Jonesboro (39)
People born in Jonesboro, including lawyer, politician, and author John Grisham, actor Wes Bentley, musician Bobby Lee Trammell, .
List
- Alan Belcher (American martial artist) he was born in 24/04/1984
- Edward Meeks (American actor) he was born in 27/09/1934
- John Wesley Snyder (American businessman) he was born in 21/06/1895
- Crown Prince Waterford (American jazz musician) he was born in 21/10/1919
- Matt Cavenaugh (actor) he was born in 31/05/1978
- Jerry Rook (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 27/10/1943
- Ben Murphy (American actor) he was born in 06/03/1942
- Chad Causey (American politician) he was born in 07/04/1976
- Clint Catalyst (writer, actor) he was born in 08/04/1971
- Jim Carroll (American football player) he was born in 06/05/1943
- Ortrie D. Smith (United States federal judge) he was born in 01/01/1946
- Paul Caraway (United States general) he was born in 23/12/1905
- Sally Kern (American politician) she was born in 27/11/1946
- Shannon Hall (American boxer) she was born in 18/04/1970
- William E. Fears (Virginia politician) he was born in 28/09/1920
- Mickey McCarty (American football player (1946-2010)) he was born in 15/11/1946
- Blake Anderson (American football player and coach) he was born in 24/03/1969
- Doug McMillon (American entrepreneur, executive, CEO of Walmart) he was born in 17/10/1966
Schools in Jonesboro
College & universities near Jonesboro, AR
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106458 | Arkansas State University-Main Campus | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
| 489830 | Arthur's Beauty College-Jonesboro | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
| 106810 | Crowley's Ridge College | Paragould (AR) | 72450 |
| 107877 | Williams Baptist University | Walnut Ridge (AR) | 72476 |
| 106625 | Black River Technical College | Pocahontas (AR) | 72455 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Jonesboro, AR
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNR | Walnut Ridge | 109 Southwest Front Street | RAIL |
| MEM | Central Station | Central Station | RAIL |
| PBF | Poplar Bluff | 400 South Main St. | RAIL |
Post offices near Jonesboro
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Jonesbor Post Office | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
| State University Post Office | State University (AR) | 72467 |
| Caraway Jonesbor Post Office | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
| Jonesbor Post Office | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
| Nettleton Post Office | Jonesboro (AR) | 72401 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Jonesboro , Georgia city in Clayton County, Georgia, United States with a population of 5,134 people.
- Jonesboro , Louisiana human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America with a population of 4,415 people.
- Jonesboro , Illinois City in Union County, Illinois, United States with a population of 1,677 people.
- Jonesboro , Indiana human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America with a population of 1,629 people.
- Jonesboro , Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 597 people.
Other cities in Craighead County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Craighead County , AR.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| City of Jonesboro | 70,187 | County seat city in Craighead County, Arkansas, USA |
| Brookland | 3,863 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Lake City | 2,650 | City in Arkansas, USA |
| Bono | 2,595 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States |
| Bay | 1,816 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States |
| Monette | 1,629 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States |
| Caraway | 1,288 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Cash | 359 | City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States |
| Lake View | 349 | City of Arkansas, USA |
| Black Oak | 259 | Town in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States |
| Fisher | 212 | Human settlement in Poinsett County, Arkansas, United States of America |
| Egypt | 111 | Town in Arkansas |
Distance to Other Cities
Jonesboro distances to largest Arkansas cities
