Living in Jones County, North Carolina

Jones County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 10,013. The main communities are Pollocksville, Trenton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,512/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $128K. 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 57°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jones County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.