Jones Mills, AR

Arkansas

Jones Mills is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 64. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
64 Population 20/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $23,113 per capita
$130,400 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$130,400 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

How Jones Mills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population64
Median Age61.7 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$23,113
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$1,579M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking17.6%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation467 ft (142 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute7 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries2

Is Jones Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jones Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jones Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jones Mills is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jones Mills is $130,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jones Mills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jones Mills has a population of 64 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

64
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
61.7yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jones Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jones Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jones Mills is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Jones Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,113
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$56,664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)621
County GDP$1,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare56
Retail76
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,921
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Jones Mills is $130,400, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,400
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,921
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Jones Mills, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jones Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death12,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access19.7%
Healthcare Facilities56
Jones Mills has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation467 ft (142 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates34.4449°N, 92.9015°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants44
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.7%

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