Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 48,686, reflecting a 1.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 30th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 42,584 and has grown 14.33% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.4 years
Female: 40.2 years
Male: 36.3 years
There are 34,609 adults, (7,542 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 22,689 (48.6%)
Male: 23,971 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 80.02% White, 5.07% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 37,337 | 80.02% |
| Two or more races | 4,633 | 9.93% |
| Other race | 2,366 | 5.07% |
| Asian | 1,043 | 2.24% |
| Native American | 1,005 | 2.15% |
| Black or African American | 276 | 0.59% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $49,403. Household income levels show a median of $70,262. The poverty rate stands at 12.29%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,122 | $109,434 |
| Families | $88,257 | $99,128 |
| Households | $70,262 | $84,415 |
| Non Families | $38,697 | $49,242 |
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