Jonesboro is a city located in Craighead County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 79.6 square miles (206.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 326 ft. With a population of approximately 55,515 residents, Jonesboro offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.93% males and 52.07% females, and it has a population density of 697.42 people per square mile (269.28/km²). Jonesboro lies at a latitude of 35.83 and a longitude of -90.69, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (19%), followed by English (7.5%), German (9.3%), and Scotch-Irish (2.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72401.