PROS and CONS of Living in Jonesboro Arkansas

Are you on the move this year and thinking about moving to Jonesboro? In this video we'll go over my Top PROS AND CONS of Living in Jonesboro Arkansas. This is a brutally honest review based on my own personal experience of living here in Jonesboro. We'll go over things such as the people, tornados, traffic in Jonesboro, home prices, cost of living, and much more. So make to watch it till the end!
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[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

In this video I talk about a few great things and few negative things about living in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Personally I absolutely love living here there are a lot of great people here! Thinking of moving here? I am a local Realtor and would love to help you find your dream home. There are so many different sub cities of Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas so if you tell me exactly the lifestyle you want, I will find your perfect area! Website: www.WorkWithDerekNEA.com/ Call/Text: 870-882-3378 Email: [e-mail] Facebook message here: m.me/derekjacobs92 search homes in Jonesboro: derekjacobs.exprealty.com

[@goldenpeacock8843]

Wow,Arkansas is like Alaska South,A man i knew one time lived in Alaska and said the same thing about the Mosquitos up there lol

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

@@goldenpeacock8843 They will carry you off if you aren't careful lol

[@TimothySlickback]

I've been living in Jonesboro for 3 years and will be moving back to Illinois in 2weeks. I like to take morning and evening walks and I've never seen so many people stop and offer you rides in my life. I turn them down every time but I always thank them. Where I'm from if you get in the car with someone offering a ride, you might not come back. I have a vehicle, I just like walking and listening to music. Housing is cheap, I bought a brand new house for 183k a block from the airport, right off of airport rd. Mortgage is 800 a month. I'm selling for a little under 200k. The mosquitoes are a nightmare which attracts tree frogs(lots of them)which also can attract snakes. Sometimes venomous snakes! So I had my back porched enclosed. Coming from southern Indiana I've seen my share of storms and you can here the tornados in the next county. The most deadliest one killed 21 people. The regular storms in Jonesboro are not your average regular storms. They are very intense, so intense you cannot be caught outside walking or you might be screwed for eternity. I witnessed my first tornado ever in 2020. When those horns go off the threat is real take cover. They are very good at alerting people ahead of time. The stupidest thing I've ever done was watching this thing come with in 50 yards of my house then suddenly went to my left and ended up behind my neighbors houses across the street. Risked my life standing under a tornado cloud for video. Little did I know I was so nervous and fascinated at the same time, I forgot to hit record. I will never do that again! You're right about the weekends. People come from these smaller counties to eat and shop. I have been called the n word 4 times by passing motorist unprovoked. And it is only on weekends that I experience this. So it's safe to say some of them are racist. If you're a hard worker you can get a job here starting pay 18 an hour. I love it here and if I could stay I would but I have more pressing matters to deal with.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Good luck in Illinois! Thanks for the comment and honest assessment. I have questions about your house over by the airport. Send me a text if you would 870-882-3378

[@petehoover6616]

Loved your talk. My mother used to be a realtor in SW Ark. She did the opposite of you, after a stint as a realtor she went back to college and became a teacher of civics for 25 years. She helps at a couple of food banks now. Volunteer. I guess I am proud of my mother for being like you.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

That’s a great story. Does she live in the Jonesboro area now or is she still in SW Arkansas?

[@petehoover6616]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas SW.

[@imsorryzach3766]

You’re right about the power of the dollar difference when comparing rent prices in Memphis to Jonesboro. I’m working on a move now, will be in Jonesboro within 3 months!

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Nice! If I can help in anyway let me know!

[@realyelladiamond]

Suddenlink/optimum is THE WORST. So glad we finally got right fiber. Haven’t had a problem since. Great video!!

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

We switched to ATT Fiber two months ago and now we wish we had switched sooner!

[@Absaroka]

Thinking about moving here from Wyoming. I like the fact that it's a decent sized city but I love the fact that it's a good jumping off point for many different states and cities. I'm used to taking 8+ hour one way trips so I'm thinking a lot of cool locations will be within reach.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

It’s a great place to live! Easy access to many different cities. If I can help you with other info on the area feel free to give me a shout

[@theishlife]

Nettleton class of 1996 here. I don’t live there anymore, but after growing up there I think you’re completely accurate!

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

My wife graduated from Nettleton as well! Thanks for the comment!

[@Powerbacker]

I live in north Jonesboro between Hwy 141 and Hwy 351 and am blessed not to have the mosquito problem that other parts of town has. You can sit out at night and not worry about being sucked dry by those devilish critters! Usually the only time that this is not the case is right after a thunderstorm, then we may have more than usual for a couple of nights.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

No doubt about it. I live at Sage and they aren’t nearly as bad compared to when we lived in South Jonesboro. I have friends that live out at Terra Hills and they claim they never get bitten.

[@dechale]

They have really affordable places to live in jonesboro! I live in Memphis Tennessee and most apartments are $800+ and for most, you have to make 3/4× the rent, which can be difficult to get a place here if you don't make that much. But I was looking at some apartments on google and jonesboro have such better priced apartments! My boyfriend told me about jonesboro and how he wants us to have a place there, and I couldn't agree more👍

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Compared to larger cities Jonesboro is definitely affordable. Thanks for your feedback and let me know if I can help if you do make a move to Jonesboro!

[@68gmc72]

I was raised just outside of Jonesboro. Best thing I ever did was move away.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Cool. I moved here in 2001. Best thing I ever did was move here.

[@nickivey80]

The mall was the main draw to Jonesboro! Went there regularly up until 2020. Going to ASU now!

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

The mall definitely brought a lot of regional visitors to Jonesboro!

[@TysonBayird]

You nailed this 🙌 that last con as was on the money 😬

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Thanks young Mr. Beast! 😆

[@TysonBayird]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas 😂😂

[@davidd7397]

One of the worst cons is the fact that it’s a dry county. And another is that every other building is either a church or a bank.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Depending who you ask Craighead County being “dry” sucks or is great. Lol luckily (I guess) liquor stores are at the county lines of Poinsett and Greene counties. Also, most restaurants serve alcohol now.

[@wallywally1984]

Police always ambushed U on your way to buy liquor from next county Be careful

[@arielwilliams8081]

Hey we actually need a rental house in 9 days.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Send me an email and I’ll send you some contacts that can help you out!

[@scottabelli3406]

I was born and raised in Jonesboro JHS HS class of 65. Most of my family and my self were born at St Barnards-Dr Barrett-and grew up with Doc wisdom as my dr. I finally got out of jb in 66 when I joined the Air Force--and I was glad to get the hell out of Jb--Yes I stil have family there including a doctor. Growing up there was like living in Mayberry but no more. But God bless you folks but for me the West is the best-and I don t have to drive 15 miles for a beer

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Where are you at now out West? Now we can have a beer at most restaurants but to have our own to take home you are right we have a 15 minute drive 🙄

[@Wooduck]

As long as there is rice farming in the area you will always have mosquitoes. Raised on a family farm just north of Grubbs and moved to Newport when I was 12. Graduated as a Greyhound and never went back. That was in 1969 and visited the area until dad passed in 2020. Home is never the same as you remember and that holds true even today. Jonesboro is by far the best place to live if you like the more populated areas, rural areas are great for those who don't.

[@genevievesmith3630]

Hey I am moving there in June- wanna know more about the area- gonna stay with a friend

[@reginamello4722]

Great vídeo.Please let me know the names of cities are good to buy a home close to Jonesboro.What do you think about Paragould?

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Paragould is a great town. I loved there for a few years back around 10 years ago. Brookland is close and a great town. Bono and Lake City are as well and both are less than 15 minutes from Jonesboro.

[@glennhunter7018]

I been in Jonesboro Arkansas for 54 years

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

That’s awesome!

[@Jaystati0n]

I live here

[@brittev8921]

Let’s talk!! I’m extremely new here.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Nice! New to Jonesboro? Where did you move here from?

[@brittev8921]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas id prefer not spread life under you tube,Mississippi. The rest I’ll ask Inbox fb TikTok something I’ll respond with a number.

[@jimpress8478]

What I never hear in these videos is how bad the violent crime is here. Yes Jonesboro used to be a great place to live and raise a family but there's not much for the younger kids/teens to do.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

I’ve lived here 20 years and half of that I’ve raised a family here and I wouldn’t consider the “violent crime bad” here in Jonesboro. Do we have crime like all growing areas, yes. If the crime ever turned into random, violent crime then I’d be worried for me and my family. Thank you for your comment!

[@raymonddeleon1660]

Which are the best neighborhoods to live at in jonesboro? I'm an investor and I'm interested in buying apartments. Which areas do you recommend to buy at and why?

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

My favorites are: Sage Meadows Lake Pointe Ridgepoint Barrington Park Terra Hills If you are considering apartments there’s a few different areas that would work just depending on exactly what you’re looking for. There were actually a lot of apartments just listed. Send me an email at [e-mail] or call me at 870-882-3378 and I can get you info on them all.

[@binitabasnet2395]

i will be new to jonesboro arkansas iis it safe to be there i hve been admitted to arkansas state university will be staying on collge hostel for a month and after that i hve to move is it easy to get job overthere???

[@gurdeep00]

Tell me about asu

[@barigraham8373]

Yes

[@AlexTheRailfan]

I’ve been here since I was born, they’ve been trying to improve the city and it’s okay for me ever since the 2020 tornado that hit us horribly. The roads here are okay but Red Wolf, Highland, and Johnson is just a hell of traffic. I got stuck in one of those traffic jams due to an accident it was stressful.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

They have really worked to improve the city, I agree. I agree on the traffic as well. Saturday afternoons and Friday’s from 4-6 it’s jam packed on Red Wolf and Highland!

[@itsalisha3026]

I’ll be moving to jonesboro as an international student will i be able to find room/ apartment with roommates and new job easily??

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

You shouldn’t have much trouble with either. Are you coming to study at Arkansas St University?

[@wallywally1984]

International students are allowed to work 20 hours a week on campus only. Rent depends on your Credit score, background check and income

[@iccee571]

Traffic is nothing here. Try living by Tampa, FL.

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

I have a buddy that moved to Fort Myers recently and he’s told me all about the traffic from Tampa to Naples. For Jonesboro’s size it’s pretty annoying at certain times or day.

[@nevinrussell9006]

Duuude mosquitoes are way worst out by Valley View. You had everything right except that 😂

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

They are just more attracted to your stench! 😆😆😆

[@teambigv]

What state has the most folks moving to Jonesboro?

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

I’m not seeing just one state that the majority are coming from. I’ve helped people from Tennessee, Arizona, Oregon, Japan. I get reach outs from people weekly that are in various states, but there’s not been one state that has quite a few more than the others.

[@teambigv]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas interesting.Thanks for the response sir

[@d1aiden233]

BRO I LIVE IN JONESBORO ARKANSAS IT SUCKS wait-- ive seen you OMG

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Thanks for commenting I appreciate your opinion!

[@tamarakelli687]

Coming from Alabama, tornados don't bother me. And the best meteorologist is Ryan Hall, Yall on KZbin. I travel all over and he's the best. Check him out. Looking for a place in Jonesboro if I get a position I'm looking at.

[@angeleyes3396]

Did you get the position and move to Jonesboro? I’m looking to apply for a job there and trying to get more information about the area. If you see this, please let me know your experience so far.

[@tamarakelli687]

@angeleyes3396 No I didn't get the position.

[@angeleyes3396]

@@tamarakelli687 Ok, thanks for your reply!

[@babitapuri5517]

Can we get part time jobs in Jonesboro in current time?

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Yes. Tons of them available.

[@babitapuri5517]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas as an international student arriving their soon how can we find the jobs? Can you please help with that

[@Rebecca_Szostek]

Ohh my gosh, tornadoes and mosquitoes are deal breakers for me!! 😰😱😰 Nope No can do!! Where is it better in Arkansas??

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

There’s a few places that have way less mosquitos. Send me an email at [e-mail] and I’ll give you a lot more information that can fit in the comments 😀

[@bluediver2]

I have been there too much crime I would not recommend living there not even for free

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

“Too much crime” compared to where? Where do you currently live?

[@uncleruckusnorelation382]

2 people got murdered today here in Jonesboro

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

They did, but context is key. It was a murder suicide. Sad stuff, but it wasn’t random violent crime.

[@uncleruckusnorelation382]

@@livinginjonesboroarkansas yeah you're right.

[@johnnyreb8030]

stupid hat day?

[@livinginjonesboroarkansas]

Be so miserable in your life that you comment like a 🤡 on KZbin videos day?