Jones County's 2026 population is estimated at 65,229, reflecting a -0.46% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jones County is the 11th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 67,819 and has grown -3.82% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.9 years
Female: 38.7 years
Male: 36.5 years
There are 49,787 adults, (11,851 of whom are seniors) in Jones County.
Female: 33,843 (50.9%)
Male: 32,629 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Jones County includes 64.17% White, 28.54% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 42,657 | 64.17% |
| Black or African American | 18,974 | 28.54% |
| Two or more races | 2,277 | 3.43% |
| Other race | 1,846 | 2.78% |
| Native American | 462 | 0.7% |
| Asian | 256 | 0.39% |
Jones County 's average per capita income is $41,399. Household income levels show a median of $52,216. The poverty rate stands at 18.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,455 | - |
| Families | $73,025 | $91,644 |
| Households | $52,216 | $76,759 |
| Non Families | $27,361 | $41,053 |
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