Jones County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 64,958 people, with a population density of about 93.60 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 694.00 square miles (1,797.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Ellisville, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Laurel.
Geographically, Jones County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Soso 312 ft and its lowest point at Ellisville 258 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.