Jones County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,490, reflecting a 0.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jones County is the 97th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 10,139 and has grown -6.4% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.2 years
Female: 47.8 years
Male: 46.2 years
There are 7,578 adults, (2,248 of whom are seniors) in Jones County.
Female: 4,733 (50.9%)
Male: 4,569 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Jones County includes 63.48% White, 26.66% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,905 | 63.48% |
| Black or African American | 2,480 | 26.66% |
| Two or more races | 734 | 7.89% |
| Asian | 112 | 1.2% |
| Native American | 43 | 0.46% |
| Other race | 28 | 0.3% |
Jones County 's average per capita income is $40,682. Household income levels show a median of $59,641. The poverty rate stands at 18.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,369 | - |
| Families | $72,006 | $87,640 |
| Households | $59,641 | $74,020 |
| Non Families | $28,778 | $40,068 |
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