Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Jonesboro, GA
$265,000Median listing price
ClaytonArea
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About Jonesboro
Jonesboro is the county seat of Clayton County, about 15 miles south of downtown Atlanta. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 4,235.
Home prices in Jonesboro
The median listing price in Jonesboro is $265,000.
Top places in Jonesboro
- Historic downtown Jonesboro and the Road to Tara Museum
- The historic Clayton County courthouse
- Lee Street's shops and restaurants
- Lee Street Park and the city's events
- Nearby: the Clayton County International Park
Commuting from Jonesboro
- Roughly 15 miles south of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via I-75 or Tara Boulevard. No MARTA rail service in Clayton County; MARTA and Xpress bus routes serve the Tara Boulevard corridor.
Schools in Jonesboro
Public schools: Clayton County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Jonesboro FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Jonesboro, GA?
The median listing price in Jonesboro is $265,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Jonesboro, GA?
Roughly 15 miles south of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via I-75 or Tara Boulevard. No MARTA rail service in Clayton County; MARTA and Xpress bus routes serve the Tara Boulevard corridor. - Which school district serves Jonesboro, GA?
Jonesboro is served by Clayton County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.