Jonesboro Population 2026
Jonesboro has a population of 73,907, making it the #515 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. It is about 119× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,907
Rank in United States
#515
Coordinates
35.84°N, 90.70°W
~99 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,253 km
778 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,591 | #118 |
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
| Pine Bluff | 44,772 | #980 |
Cities near Jonesboro
- Paragould27,900 people · ~30 km away
- West Memphis25,052 people · ~91 km away
- Memphis633,104 people · ~97 km away
- Bartlett58,579 people · ~103 km away
- Poplar Bluff17,266 people · ~105 km away
- Cordova68,779 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jonesboro?
Jonesboro has a population of 73,907 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #515 biggest city in United States.
What state is Jonesboro in?
Jonesboro is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Jonesboro the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,253 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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