Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 161,029, reflecting a 0.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 13th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 160,109 and has grown 0.57% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.5 years
Female: 42.5 years
Male: 40.4 years
There are 126,596 adults, (30,511 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 77,963 (48.7%)
Male: 82,097 (51.3%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 83.12% White, 7.39% 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 | 133,048 | 83.12% |
| Black or African American | 11,836 | 7.39% |
| Two or more races | 11,705 | 7.31% |
| Other race | 1,683 | 1.05% |
| Asian | 1,239 | 0.77% |
| Native American | 495 | 0.31% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 54 | 0.03% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $47,176. Household income levels show a median of $66,073. The poverty rate stands at 11.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $104,548 | $125,094 |
| Families | $87,128 | $109,261 |
| Households | $66,073 | $88,653 |
| Non Families | $40,869 | $52,581 |
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