Medicare in Jones County by the numbers
| Jones County | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 2,309 | 1,908,489 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 24.6% | 17.6% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 2,695 | 2,336,840 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 1,654 | 1,353,169 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 61.4% | 57.9% statewide |
Figures come from the Census Bureau and CMS (September 2026).
With roughly 2,309 residents age 65 and older, Jones County is 96th among 100 North Carolina counties for older residents. That group is 24.6% of its population, compared with 17.6% across North Carolina. The 805 residents now between 60 and 64 will become Medicare-eligible soon, and our turning 65 guide walks through it. By age, the 65-and-older group splits 61% ages 65 to 74, 29% ages 75 to 84 and 9% age 85 and up (Census 2023). CMS data show 61.4% of Jones County residents with Medicare chose Medicare Advantage, which is close to the 57.9% average across North Carolina. A county average does not tell you which kind of plan fits you. Whether Medicare Advantage or Original Medicare with a Medigap plan is the better fit depends on your doctors, your prescriptions and how you want to handle costs, so we compare both for your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in Jones County
Jones County is a rural county (USDA: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area). Plan choices can be narrower than in a city, and we focus on networks that include the doctors and hospital you actually use.
CMS counts 2,978 Medicare beneficiaries in Jones County (2023). Their average age is 72, about the same as the North Carolina average of 73. About 17% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 13%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Jones County, CMS reported about 589 emergency room visits and 253 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is close to the state average for emergency visits (572) and higher than it for hospital stays (210). About 9% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Insurers choose which counties to serve each year, which means the Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can pick in Jones County can be different from the ones offered next door. We are not based in Jones County; we help Jones County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Jones County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Jones County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Communities and ZIP codes in Jones County
The largest communities in Jones County by 2023 Census population estimates are Maysville (841), Pollocksville (271), Trenton (241). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Jones County include 28573, 28585. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Jones County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- North Carolina Department of Insurance: North Carolina’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Jones County residents
Here is what we can help Jones County residents with, drawing on plans from many insurers: group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance and ICHRA.
Let’s check your Jones County options together
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Jones County compared with similar North Carolina counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham County | 2,046 | 58.2% | 21% | Rural |
| Swain County | 2,795 | 43.7% | 17% | Rural |
| Washington County | 3,088 | 55.8% | 16% | Rural |
| Alleghany County | 3,301 | 57.5% | 13% | Rural |
| Hyde County | 1,188 | 53.5% | 16% | Rural |
| Greene County | 3,673 | 61.9% | 20% | Rural |
See every North Carolina county in our North Carolina directory or go to our North Carolina Medicare hub.