Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,404, reflecting a -0.17% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 20th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 29,233 and has grown -6.26% since 2010.
Overall: 43.4 years
Female: 45.4 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 21,763 adults, (5,887 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 13,855 (50%)
Male: 13,850 (50%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 95.89% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,567 | 95.89% |
| Two or more races | 813 | 2.93% |
| Other race | 155 | 0.56% |
| Asian | 110 | 0.4% |
| Black or African American | 39 | 0.14% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 14 | 0.05% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.03% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $49,633. Household income levels show a median of $58,845. The poverty rate stands at 18.45%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,790 | - |
| Families | $80,299 | $94,823 |
| Households | $58,845 | $81,933 |
| Non Families | $33,090 | $56,287 |
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