by our College Data Analytics TeamIt is important to understand all of the costs associated with going to college so you can plan accordingly at Jones County Junior College.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $2,330 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $3,500. Altogether, a student living on campus at Jones County Junior College can expect to spend about $17,616 in 2026 in total yearly living costs beyond tuition.
The following table outlines average expected costs for both on-campus and off-campus housing, meals and other expenses at Jones County Junior College.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $10,796 | $12,134 |
| — Housing | $2,330 | |
| — Meals | $3,500 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $5,920 | $5,920 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| Total | $17,616 | $18,954 |
Tuition is not the only college cost that climbs each year — room and board does too. A forward look helps you avoid sticker shock later in your degree.
The projected four-year total comes to about $83,682 for living costs.
Below is how room and board has changed across recent reported years — and where current trends point — at Jones County Junior College.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,122 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,612 |
| One Year Ago | $11,034 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $10,796 |
| One Year From Now * | $11,980 |
| Two Years From Now * | $13,295 |
| Three Years From Now * | $14,754 |
| Four Years From Now * | $16,373 |
* estimated
Year over year, room and board rose an average of 11.0% per year. At the same pace next year, the total would be roughly $18,800 in their first year.
Continuing the same trend, the final-year cost would be roughly $23,193 in year four — and a two-year student about $20,115 by the end of a two-year program.
Across all four years, on-campus living costs would total approximately $83,682 for a four-year degree, versus about $38,915 for a two-year stay.
Room and board tends to rise year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Meal plan structures vary widely. At this school, the maximum meal plan covers a fixed number of meals per week, shown in the table below. Wondering whether you may be required to live on campus? See the table below for on-campus housing details.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 846 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |