7 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullowhee | 1 | 6,837 | 6,798 | 0.6% | 1,795 | 3.81 | CDP |
| Sylva | 2 | 2,725 | 2,582 | 1.08% | 859 | 3.17 | Town |
| Cashiers | 3 | 901 | 728 | 5.88% | 220 | 4.10 | CDP |
| Webster | 4 | 395 | 374 | 1.02% | 396 | 1 | Town |
| Forest Hills | 5 | 320 | 302 | 1.27% | 645 | 0.50 | Village |
| Dillsboro | 6 | 218 | 208 | 0.93% | 456 | 0.48 | Town |
| Glenville | 7 | 142 | 99 | 1.43% | 106 | 1.34 | CDP |
Cullowhee is the largest city in Jackson County, with a population of 6,837.
Glenville is the smallest city in Jackson County.
There are 7 cities in Jackson County, North Carolina.