Living in Jones County, Mississippi

Jones County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 68,215. The main communities are Laurel, Sandersville, Soso.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,512/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $150K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jones County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.