Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,205, reflecting a 0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 50th largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 20,464 and has grown 3.62% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.4 years
Female: 44.8 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 16,563 adults, (4,292 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 9,730 (46.4%)
Male: 11,251 (53.6%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 85.96% White, 4.77% Native American, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 18,036 | 85.96% |
| Two or more races | 1,082 | 5.16% |
| Native American | 1,000 | 4.77% |
| Black or African American | 448 | 2.14% |
| Other race | 301 | 1.43% |
| Asian | 103 | 0.49% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.05% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $42,460. Household income levels show a median of $68,110. The poverty rate stands at 12.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,449 | - |
| Families | $81,860 | $102,189 |
| Households | $68,110 | $84,451 |
| Non Families | $36,202 | $49,119 |
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