Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 741,520, reflecting a 0.96% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 2nd largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 674,854 and has grown 9.88% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37 years
Female: 38 years
Male: 36.1 years
There are 552,217 adults, (114,304 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 370,425 (51.4%)
Male: 349,551 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 61.52% White, 22.17% Black or African American, 3.94% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 442,912 | 61.52% |
| Black or African American | 159,603 | 22.17% |
| Two or more races | 71,124 | 9.88% |
| Other race | 28,391 | 3.94% |
| Asian | 13,214 | 1.84% |
| Native American | 2,949 | 0.41% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1,783 | 0.25% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $50,276. Household income levels show a median of $68,577. The poverty rate stands at 14.09%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $112,353 | $136,842 |
| Families | $90,585 | $113,966 |
| Households | $68,577 | $92,204 |
| Non Families | $44,186 | $60,594 |
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