Living in Craighead County, Arkansas

Craighead County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 104,354, part of the Jonesboro, AR MSA metro area. The main communities are Jonesboro, Bono, Lake City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,190/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $204K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 51°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Craighead County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.