Jonesboro, GA—30236
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Home Price Trends — Jonesboro, GA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Jonesboro, GA is $259,000, with a year-over-year change of -5.7%. This indicates that home prices in Jonesboro, GA are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 0.7%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $259,000 | -5.7% |
| Single Family | $261,000 | -5.1% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $156,000 | -11.4% |
3 Bed | $227,000 | -6.6% |
4 Bed | $303,000 | -3.8% |
| 5 Bed | $380,000 | -3.1% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Jonesboro, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Jonesboro, GA is $1,790, with a year-over-year rent change of -5.8%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Jonesboro, GA is studios: $2,000, 1-bedrooms: $924, 2-bedrooms: $1,260, 3-bedrooms: $1,840, 4-bedrooms: $2,200. The most common rental property sizes in Jonesboro, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 46.8% and 31.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,820 | $1,790 |
| Studio Rent | $1,700 | $2,000 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,050 | $924 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,220 | $1,260 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,800 | $1,840 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Jonesboro, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Jonesboro, GA is 68. This is a increase of 25.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 19.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $288,000 | 2.0% |
Listing Count | 216 | 22.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.6% | 22.0% |
Days on Market | 68 | 25.0% |
Demographics — Jonesboro, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Jonesboro, GA has a population of 51,800, which has increased by 4.2% over the past 5 years. Jonesboro, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.9% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 22.4% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 7.5% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 51,800 | 4.2% |
% Under 18 | 24.9% | -7.8% |
% Seniors | 11.9% | 12.3% |
% WFH | 7.5% | 114.3% |
% w/ College Degree | 22.4% | 0.9% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Jonesboro, GA is a predominantly black area, with 65.2% of the population identifying as black. The black population has grown by 6.2% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Jonesboro, GA is white, making up 14.3% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 13.0% of the population in Jonesboro, GA, and this percentage has decreased by 0.8% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 14.3% | -21.0% |
% Black | 65.2% | 6.2% |
% Hispanic | 10.8% | -27.0% |
% Asian | 5.9% | 25.5% |
% Foreign Born | 13.0% | -0.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Jonesboro, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 272 mortgage originations in Jonesboro, GA, of which 57.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 67.0%, with 38.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Jonesboro, GA. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 28.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 272 |
% Conventional Loans | 57.0% |
% Government Loans | 43.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 28.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Jonesboro, GA
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Jonesboro, GA under the Section 8 program is 5.8%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units appear to be good home sizes to consider for Section 8 housing in Jonesboro, GA, because HUD payments exceed market rent, while 4-bedroom units do not.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 474 |
Total Units Section 8 | 444 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 5.8% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 90.6% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $310 | $1,050 | $1,360 |
| 2 Bedroom | $290 | $1,220 | $1,510 |
| 3 Bedroom | $20 | $1,800 | $1,820 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$10 | $2,200 | $2,190 |
Affordability — Jonesboro, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.9 |
| Median Home Price | $259,000 |
| Median Household Income | $68,900 |