Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 148,676, reflecting a 0.57% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 5th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 139,479 and has grown 6.59% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.1 years
Female: 40.9 years
Male: 39.3 years
There are 112,052 adults, (25,067 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 73,820 (50.8%)
Male: 71,429 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 67.21% White, 18.96% Black or African American, 4.09% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 97,625 | 67.21% |
| Black or African American | 27,543 | 18.96% |
| Two or more races | 10,296 | 7.09% |
| Other race | 5,941 | 4.09% |
| Asian | 3,175 | 2.19% |
| Native American | 652 | 0.45% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 17 | 0.01% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $46,012. Household income levels show a median of $66,201. The poverty rate stands at 13.84%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $104,344 | $125,713 |
| Families | $86,071 | $105,014 |
| Households | $66,201 | $88,071 |
| Non Families | $34,672 | $50,414 |
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