About 80,000 people.

Jonesboro is the biggest city in northeast Arkansas and a busy hub for shopping, schools, and health care. It is home to Arkansas State University and lots of college pride.
You can meet animals at the Northeast Arkansas Regional Zoo, hike at Craighead Forest Park, or cheer for the Red Wolves at a game.
Arkansas State University brings sports, science, and student energy to Jonesboro, with the Red Wolves as the local team.
Craighead Forest Park has a lake and trails, while the regional zoo lets kids meet animals up close.