County profile · Georgia
Jones County, GA market data
How Jones County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 29,171
- +2.8% since 2020
- Households
- 10,786
- Median household income
- $75,500
- +34.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $194,500
- Jobs located here
- 4,334
- Highest market score
- 85
- Insurance agencies, #123 of 2,272 scored counties
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What this means
Jones County has an estimated 29,171 people and 10,786 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Jones County grew 2.8%, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Jones County is $75,500, 6% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 34.8%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Jones County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 155, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (69).
Of the business types scored in Jones County, insurance agencies (85), restaurants and cafes (83) and sit-down restaurants (83) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #123 of 2,272 scored counties.
Jones County is part of the Macon-Bibb County metro area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for HVAC and plumbing companies (76% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (79% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Jones County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Jones County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 85 | #123 of 2,272 | 8 | 7.4 | $4.1M | 326 | 8 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 83 | #79 of 2,405 | 44 | 40.8 | $908K | 245 | 25 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 83 | #81 of 2,405 | 25 | 23.2 | $1.6M | 241 | 9 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 81 | #107 of 2,222 | 8 | 7.4 | $5M | 164 | 11 |
| Auto repair and car care | 80 | #112 of 2,401 | 21 | 19.5 | $566K | 211 | 13 |
| Pet businesses | 79 | #89 of 2,200 | 10 | 9.3 | $954K | 109 | 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 79 | #128 of 2,378 | 13 | 12.1 | $915K | 206 | 9 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 78 | #50 of 2,176 | 9 | 8.3 | Index only | 326 | 4 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 78 | #224 of 2,402 | 16 | 14.8 | $4M | 119 | 4 |
| Real estate | 77 | #68 of 2,229 | 10 | 9.3 | Index only | 369 | 8 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 76 | #164 of 2,394 | 19 | 17.6 | $618K | 405 | 11 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 75 | #228 of 2,210 | 9 | 8.3 | $2.2M | 250 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 74 | #298 of 2,358 | 13 | 12.1 | $3M | 124 | 13 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 73 | #234 of 2,063 | 7 | 6.5 | $5.7M | 154 | 4 |
| Convenience stores | 73 | #346 of 2,261 | 7 | 6.5 | $9.2M | 117 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 71 | #288 of 2,090 | 8 | 7.4 | $5M | 98 | 11 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 68 | #333 of 2,385 | 26 | 24.1 | $365K | 172 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 68 | #432 of 2,087 | 9 | 8.3 | $2.2M | 173 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 67 | #389 of 2,339 | 16 | 14.8 | $593K | 138 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 64 | #380 of 1,771 | 11 | 10.2 | $1.4M | 84 | 8 |
| Spas and skin care | 64 | #388 of 1,769 | 6 | 5.6 | $1.6M | 181 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 62 | #450 of 1,792 | 5 | 4.6 | $1.5M | 113 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | 62 | #476 of 1,530 | 5 | 4.6 | $2.4M | 95 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 62 | #520 of 2,088 | 9 | 8.3 | $814K | 123 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 61 | #659 of 2,070 | 7 | 6.5 | $9.2M | 99 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 56 | #566 of 1,493 | 9 | 8.3 | $1.7M | 59 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 37 | #1,319 of 1,707 | 12 | 11.1 | $2.5M | 53 | 10 |
| Home repair trades | 37 | #1,637 of 2,057 | 20 | 18.5 | $1.5M | 62 | 21 |
| Electricians | 31 | #975 of 1,160 | 5 | 4.6 | $6M | 50 | 11 |
| Funeral homes | 30 | #1,228 of 1,472 | 7 | 6.5 | $218K | 32 | 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $1.8M | 91 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $4M | 157 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $4M | 129 | 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $3.2M | 189 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $10M | 118 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $2.3M | Too few | 4 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $5.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $5.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $4.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $5.9M | Too few | 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.9 | $4.8M | Too few | 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $40M | Too few | 4 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $9.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $15.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $11.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $15.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $9.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $11.7M | Too few | 8 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Jones County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $11.9M | $1,103 | 115 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $38.5M | $3,567 | 137 |
| Food away from home | $40M | $3,704 | 91 |
| Groceries | $64.6M | $5,993 | 95 |
| Personal care products and services | $9.5M | $880 | 88 |
| Child care and other personal services | $4.6M | $425 | 73 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $7.3M | $679 | 69 |
| Medical and dental services | $11.7M | $1,088 | 84 |
| Pets | $9.5M | $885 | 97 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $19.8M | $1,835 | 89 |
| Vehicle insurance | $32.8M | $3,039 | 155 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $30M | $2,779 | 92 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $15.5M | $1,440 | 102 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $160M | $14,834 | 89 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Jones County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 29,171+2.8% since 2020
- Households
- 10,786
- Median age
- 42.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 84%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.3
- Land area
- 394 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 73
- Median household income
- $75,500+34.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $95,163
- Median home value
- $194,500
- Jobs located here
- 4,334
- Daytime population
- 21,331Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jones County, GA growing?
Population estimates put Jones County at 29,171 people in 2025, up 2.8% since 2020, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 10,786 households. Median household income rose 34.8% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Jones County, GA spend?
Households in Jones County spend about $160M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $64.6M on groceries and $40M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Jones County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 155, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (69).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jones County, GA?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jones County are for insurance agencies (85), restaurants and cafes (83) and sit-down restaurants (83). Jones County ranks #123 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
How does Jones County, GA compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Jones County is $75,500 a year, 6% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 2.8% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $194,500, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Jones County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for HVAC and plumbing companies (76% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (79% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 30 of the 56 business types have a score in Jones County, each ranked against other counties.
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