Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,521, reflecting a -0.46% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 44th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 18,066 and has grown -8.55% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.2 years
Female: 40.7 years
Male: 39.4 years
There are 13,376 adults, (2,998 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 8,270 (49.5%)
Male: 8,442 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 75.22% White, 15.2% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,571 | 75.22% |
| Black or African American | 2,541 | 15.2% |
| Two or more races | 1,171 | 7.01% |
| Other race | 292 | 1.75% |
| Native American | 78 | 0.47% |
| Asian | 59 | 0.35% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $35,186. Household income levels show a median of $44,218. The poverty rate stands at 21.66%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $68,699 | - |
| Families | $56,059 | $76,601 |
| Households | $44,218 | $64,324 |
| Non Families | $25,972 | $38,395 |
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