Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 52,478, reflecting a 2.44% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 42nd largest county in Florida. The 2010 population was 49,651 and has grown 5.69% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43 years
Female: 45.5 years
Male: 41.5 years
There are 39,115 adults, (10,078 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 21,916 (45.4%)
Male: 26,334 (54.6%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 65.56% White, 25.26% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 31,631 | 65.56% |
| Black or African American | 12,190 | 25.26% |
| Two or more races | 3,257 | 6.75% |
| Other race | 715 | 1.48% |
| Asian | 276 | 0.57% |
| Native American | 148 | 0.31% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 33 | 0.07% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $39,033. Household income levels show a median of $49,149. The poverty rate stands at 19.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,371 | - |
| Families | $61,661 | $76,797 |
| Households | $49,149 | $63,473 |
| Non Families | $33,481 | $40,008 |
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