Living in Jones County, Texas

Jones County is a county in Texas with a population of around 19,970, part of the Abilene, TX MSA metro area. The main communities are Anson, Hawley.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,512/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $126K. 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 60°F) and very hot summers (highs around 95°F). Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jones County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.