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Jackson Overview

5,497
TOTAL POPULATION
2,799
MALE POPULATION
2,698
FEMALE POPULATION
103.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.39
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,293
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,385
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,824
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,081
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jackson Zip Codes

Jackson Area Codes

Race in Jackson

The most populous races in Jackson are White / Caucasian (2,623 | 47.7%), Black / African American (2,608 | 47.4%), and Two or more Races (236 | 4.3%).
Race in Jackson
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.2%
Black / African American2,60847.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1733.2%
Native / Alaskan140.3%
White / Caucasian2,62347.7%
Two or more Races2364.3%
Some other Race70.1%
Total5,497100.0%

Ancestry in Jackson

The most populous ancestries reported in Jackson are American (2,586 | 47.0%), Irish (434 | 7.9%), English (408 | 7.4%), Mexican (153 | 2.8%), and Italian (145 | 2.6%), together accounting for 67.8% of all Jackson residents.
Ancestry in Jackson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2,58647.0%
Apache90.2%
Cherokee250.4%
Cuban60.1%
Danish100.2%
Dutch350.6%
English4087.4%
European180.3%
French821.5%
German1442.6%
Indian (Asian)210.4%
Irish4347.9%
Italian1452.6%
Mexican1532.8%
Polish360.6%
Scotch-Irish70.1%
Scottish200.4%
Swedish100.2%
Welsh791.4%
West Indian70.1%
Yugoslavian120.2%
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Immigrants in Jackson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jackson came from Canada (46 | 0.8%), Central America (20 | 0.4%), Latin America (20 | 0.4%), Mexico (20 | 0.4%), and Asia (9 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.1% of all Jackson residents.
Immigrants in Jackson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.2%
Canada460.8%
Central America200.4%
China90.2%
Eastern Asia90.2%
Latin America200.4%
Mexico200.4%
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Sex and Age in Jackson

Sex and Age in Jackson

The most populous age groups in Jackson are 40 to 44 Years (411 | 14.7%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (368 | 13.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years176 (6.3%)128 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Years301 (10.7%)229 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Years211 (7.5%)368 (13.6%)
15 to 19 Years241 (8.6%)73 (2.7%)
20 to 24 Years32 (1.1%)108 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years324 (11.6%)181 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years165 (5.9%)175 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Years56 (2.0%)210 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Years411 (14.7%)183 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years171 (6.1%)201 (7.4%)
50 to 54 Years123 (4.4%)153 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years84 (3.0%)156 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years268 (9.6%)61 (2.3%)
65 to 69 Years34 (1.2%)144 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years68 (2.4%)121 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years106 (3.8%)58 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years18 (0.6%)90 (3.3%)
85 Years and over10 (0.4%)59 (2.2%)
Total2,799 (100.0%)2,698 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jackson

Median Family Size in Jackson

The median family size in Jackson is 3.14 persons per family, with single male/father families (269 | 19.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.9 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (679 | 48.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.93 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jackson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple463 (32.8%)2.99
Single Male/Father269 (19.1%)3.90
Single Female/Mother679 (48.1%)2.93
Total Families1,411 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Jackson

The median household size in Jackson is 3.00 persons per household, with single male/father households (269 | 15.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.18 persons per household. non-family households (281 | 16.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jackson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple463 (27.4%)3.25
Single Male/Father269 (15.9%)4.18
Single Female/Mother679 (40.1%)3.17
Non-family281 (16.6%)1.04
Total Households1,692 (100.0%)3.00

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson

Out of a total of 1,692 households in Jackson, 1,411 (83.4%) are family households, while 281 (16.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 540, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 268.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-268 (15.8%)
2-Person Households486 (28.7%)13 (0.8%)
3-Person Households540 (31.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households173 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households11 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households99 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households102 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,411 (83.4%)281 (16.6%)

Female Fertility in Jackson

Fertility by Age in Jackson

Average fertility rate in Jackson is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Jackson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years47 (100.0%)101.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total47 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jackson

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jackson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Jackson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jackson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma47 (100.0%)79.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total47 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jackson

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jackson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)

Income in Jackson

Income Overview in Jackson

Per Capita Income in Jackson is $22,293, while median incomes of families and households are $41,385 and $43,824 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,497$22,293
Median Family Income1,411$41,385
Mean Family Income1,411$69,551
Median Household Income1,692$43,824
Mean Household Income1,692$65,600
Income Deficit1,411$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,49720.98%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,49779.02¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,4970.51

Earnings by Sex in Jackson

Average Earnings in Jackson are $28,185, $32,578 for men and $25,742 for women, a difference of 21.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Jackson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,151 (52.1%)$32,578
Female1,060 (47.9%)$25,742
Total2,211 (100.0%)$28,185

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson

The most common earnings brackets in Jackson are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (139 | 12.1%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (143 | 13.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (2.7%)7 (0.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99941 (3.6%)64 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)66 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499134 (11.6%)101 (9.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99920 (1.7%)22 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499123 (10.7%)18 (1.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)143 (13.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49961 (5.3%)38 (3.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99944 (3.8%)44 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999102 (8.9%)138 (13.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99997 (8.4%)54 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999139 (12.1%)39 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99948 (4.2%)109 (10.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99917 (1.5%)83 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99947 (4.1%)24 (2.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99940 (3.5%)44 (4.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999100 (8.7%)12 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99972 (6.3%)27 (2.5%)
$100,000+35 (3.0%)27 (2.5%)
Total1,151 (100.0%)1,060 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson

Average earnings in Jackson are $33,172 for men and $26,099 for women, a difference of 21.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,750. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,112, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,134.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$23,750$23,581
High School Diploma$33,804$19,134
College or Associate's Degree$29,036$34,402
Bachelor's Degree$46,250$42,112
Graduate Degree--
Total$33,172$26,099

Family Income in Jackson

Family Income Brackets in Jackson

According to the Jackson family income data, there are 447 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.7% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 11 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jackson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000664.7%
$10,000 to $14,999634.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991218.6%
$25,000 to $34,99924317.2%
$35,000 to $49,99944731.7%
$50,000 to $74,99915210.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991097.7%
$100,000 to $149,99915711.1%
$150,000 to $199,999110.8%
$200,000+412.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson

3-person families (515 | 36.5%) account for the highest median family income in Jackson with $46,094 per family, while 2-person families (568 | 40.3%) have the highest median income of $20,692 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families568 (40.3%)$41,385
3-Person Families515 (36.5%)$46,094
4-Person Families116 (8.2%)$44,342
5-Person Families96 (6.8%)$0
6-Person Families62 (4.4%)$36,615
7+ Person Families54 (3.8%)$0
Total1,411 (100.0%)$41,385

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners265 (18.8%)$40,135
1 Earner632 (44.8%)$40,270
2 Earners512 (36.3%)$46,190
3+ Earners2 (0.1%)$0
Total1,411 (100.0%)$41,385

Household Income in Jackson

Household Income Brackets in Jackson

With 452 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Jackson, accounting for 26.7% of all households. In contrast, only 12 households (0.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Jackson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000804.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991689.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991347.9%
$25,000 to $34,99926915.9%
$35,000 to $49,99945226.7%
$50,000 to $74,99924014.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991126.6%
$100,000 to $149,99918611.0%
$150,000 to $199,999120.7%
$200,000+412.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson

The median household income in Jackson is $43,824, with the highest median household income of $52,255 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 301 households (17.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 58 households (3.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years58 (3.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years740 (43.7%)$42,961
45 to 64 Years593 (35.0%)$41,981
65+ Years301 (17.8%)$52,255
Total1,692 (100.0%)$43,824

Poverty in Jackson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson

With 32.8% poverty level for males and 26.2% for females among the residents of Jackson, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 140 males (85.4%) and 87 females (47.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years78 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years190 (59.4%)176 (46.2%)
12 to 14 Years40 (20.8%)87 (47.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)18 (34.0%)
16 and 17 Years140 (85.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years20 (32.3%)30 (25.0%)
25 to 34 Years48 (10.5%)97 (29.0%)
35 to 44 Years111 (28.2%)75 (19.8%)
45 to 54 Years64 (25.3%)118 (34.7%)
55 to 64 Years152 (45.0%)35 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (5.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (6.4%)
Total843 (32.8%)657 (26.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson

According to the poverty statistics in Jackson, males aged 15 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years91 (53.8%)128 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years130 (40.6%)205 (53.8%)
12 to 14 Years152 (79.2%)95 (52.2%)
15 Years36 (100.0%)35 (66.0%)
16 and 17 Years24 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years42 (67.7%)90 (75.0%)
25 to 34 Years408 (89.5%)238 (71.0%)
35 to 44 Years282 (71.8%)304 (80.2%)
45 to 54 Years189 (74.7%)222 (65.3%)
55 to 64 Years186 (55.0%)151 (81.2%)
65 to 74 Years87 (100.0%)244 (94.6%)
75 Years and over98 (100.0%)102 (93.6%)
Total1,725 (67.2%)1,848 (73.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jackson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jackson show that 6.7% or 31 of the total 463 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 21.4%, comprising of 31 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jackson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children295 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children114 (78.6%)31 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total432 (93.3%)31 (6.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson

According to the poverty data in Jackson, 61.7% or 166 single-father households and 9.7% or 66 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children64 (50.4%)29 (10.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)37 (25.0%)
5 or more Children102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total166 (61.7%)66 (9.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jackson

The poverty data for Jackson shows that 31 of the married-couple family households (6.7%) and 232 of the single-parent households (24.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (21.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jackson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children31 (21.4%)93 (22.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)37 (25.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
Total31 (6.7%)232 (24.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Jackson

Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson

Among the 1,866 employed individuals in Jackson, private company employees (1,475 | 79.0%), self-employed (incorporated) (188 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (77 | 4.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,47579.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18810.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)502.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations774.1%
Local Government Employees643.4%
State Government Employees120.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,866100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jackson

According to the labor force statistics for Jackson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,995), 52.1% or 2,081 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 131 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 86.4% or 121 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.5% or 46 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jackson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years59 (26.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years121 (86.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years344 (68.1%)69 (20.1%)
30 to 34 Years204 (60.0%)46 (22.5%)
35 to 44 Years694 (80.7%)17 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years383 (59.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years98 (40.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years70 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years86 (23.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,081 (52.1%)131 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson

According to labor force statistics for Jackson, 61.4% of individuals (1,794) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,922) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 133 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.0% or 281 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.3% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School73 (22.3%)40 (12.3%)
High School Diploma1,098 (66.6%)173 (10.5%)
College / Associate Degree340 (58.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher281 (77.0%)10 (2.8%)
Total1,794 (61.4%)216 (7.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jackson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jackson are Management (250 | 12.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (211 | 10.8%), Community & Social Service (151 | 7.7%), Education Instruction & Library (121 | 6.2%), and Business & Financial (54 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jackson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jackson, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (75.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Community & Social Service (83.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management189 (75.6%)61 (24.4%)
Business & Financial13 (24.1%)41 (75.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 25 (16.6%)126 (83.4%)
Education, Arts & Media11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Legal Services & Support6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)121 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating45 (21.3%)166 (78.7%)
Health Technologists16 (47.1%)18 (52.9%)
Total (Category)272 (40.8%)394 (59.2%)
Total (Overall)918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jackson are Food Preparation & Serving (323 | 16.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (132 | 6.8%), Security & Protection (17 | 0.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (17 | 0.9%), and Healthcare Support (8 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Jackson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jackson, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (43.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (86.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Security & Protection17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving139 (43.0%)184 (57.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance18 (13.6%)114 (86.4%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)174 (36.2%)306 (63.7%)
Total (Overall)918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jackson are Sales & Related (241 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (160 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jackson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related107 (44.4%)134 (55.6%)
Office & Administration72 (45.0%)88 (55.0%)
Total (Category)179 (44.6%)222 (55.4%)
Total (Overall)918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jackson are , and Construction & Extraction (24 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jackson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jackson are Material Moving (214 | 11.0%), Production (97 | 5.0%), and Transportation (68 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jackson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production84 (86.6%)13 (13.4%)
Transportation48 (70.6%)20 (29.4%)
Material Moving137 (64.0%)77 (36.0%)
Total (Category)269 (71.0%)110 (29.0%)
Total (Overall)918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson

Employment Industries in Jackson

The major employment industries in Jackson include Retail Trade (543 | 27.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (343 | 17.6%), Manufacturing (232 | 11.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (224 | 11.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (132 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Jackson

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson

The Jackson industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (91.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing148 (63.8%)84 (36.2%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade269 (49.5%)274 (50.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing108 (81.8%)24 (18.2%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Finance & Insurance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific17 (53.1%)15 (46.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (8.9%)51 (91.1%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)343 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services99 (44.2%)125 (55.8%)
Public Administration23 (56.1%)18 (43.9%)
Total918 (47.1%)1,032 (52.9%)

Education in Jackson

School Enrollment in Jackson

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,511 students in Jackson are elementary school (514 | 34.0%), middle school (462 | 30.6%), and high school (362 | 24.0%).
School Enrollment in Jackson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool382.5%
Kindergarten342.2%
Elementary School51434.0%
Middle School46230.6%
High School36224.0%
College / Undergraduate1016.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,511100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jackson

Out of a total of 1,511 students who are enrolled in schools in Jackson, 180 (11.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,331 (88.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 113 (19.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 38 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jackson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old461 (93.7%)31 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds466 (80.5%)113 (19.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds217 (85.8%)36 (14.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,331 (88.1%)180 (11.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jackson

Education (97 | 20.6%), psychology (69 | 14.7%), literature & languages (66 | 14.0%), business (64 | 13.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (41 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 470 individuals in Jackson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jackson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural418.7%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology6914.7%
Social Sciences112.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies296.2%
Science & Technology265.5%
Business6413.6%
Education9720.6%
Literature & Languages6614.0%
Liberal Arts & History418.7%
Visual & Performing Arts61.3%
Communications132.8%
Arts & Humanities71.5%
Total470100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jackson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jackson are males with 2 vehicles (547, accounting for 59.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (377, making up 57.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle14 (1.5%)37 (3.9%)
1 Vehicle102 (11.1%)372 (39.2%)
2 Vehicles547 (59.7%)377 (39.8%)
3 Vehicles191 (20.8%)103 (10.9%)
4 Vehicles38 (4.2%)40 (4.2%)
5 or more Vehicles24 (2.6%)19 (2.0%)
Total916 (100.0%)948 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jackson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jackson are 5 to 9 minutes (389 commuters, 22.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (312 commuters, 18.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (194 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Jackson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1609.3%
5 to 9 Minutes38922.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1438.3%
15 to 19 Minutes31218.1%
20 to 24 Minutes965.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1056.1%
30 to 34 Minutes19411.2%
35 to 39 Minutes120.7%
40 to 44 Minutes734.2%
45 to 59 Minutes1267.3%
60 to 89 Minutes844.9%
90 or more Minutes321.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Jackson

The most common commute times in Jackson are 5 to 9 minutes (225 commuters, 26.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (164 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jackson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes77 (9.2%)83 (9.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes225 (26.9%)164 (18.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes46 (5.5%)97 (10.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes182 (21.8%)130 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes40 (4.8%)56 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes12 (1.4%)93 (10.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes91 (10.9%)103 (11.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes35 (4.2%)38 (4.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes80 (9.6%)46 (5.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes30 (3.6%)54 (6.1%)
90 or more Minutes18 (2.1%)14 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jackson are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (156, 18.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (199, 22.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM135 (16.2%)117 (13.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (3.2%)6 (0.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM39 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM70 (8.4%)112 (12.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM61 (7.3%)38 (4.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM51 (6.1%)199 (22.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM82 (9.8%)99 (11.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM156 (18.7%)150 (16.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM87 (10.4%)24 (2.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM25 (3.0%)10 (1.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM7 (0.8%)38 (4.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM74 (8.8%)33 (3.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM22 (2.6%)64 (7.2%)
Total836 (100.0%)890 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jackson

Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson

Of the total 1,692 dwellings in Jackson, owner-occupied units account for 860 (50.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 832 (49.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units86050.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units83249.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,692100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26815.8%
2-Person Household49929.5%
3-Person Household54031.9%
4+ Person Household38522.8%
Total Housing Units1,692100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household55 (20.5%)213 (79.5%)
2-Person Household302 (60.5%)197 (39.5%)
3-Person Household377 (69.8%)163 (30.2%)
4+ Person Household126 (32.7%)259 (67.3%)
Total Housing Units860 (50.8%)832 (49.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School42 (17.6%)196 (82.4%)
High School Diploma303 (41.8%)421 (58.2%)
College/Associate Degree374 (70.8%)154 (29.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher141 (69.8%)61 (30.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years39323.2%
35 to 44 Years40523.9%
45 to 54 Years34720.5%
55 to 64 Years24614.5%
65 to 74 Years22713.4%
75 to 84 Years563.3%
85 Years and Over181.1%
Total1,692100.0%

Housing Finances in Jackson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied860 (50.8%)$52,101
Renter-Occupied832 (49.2%)$33,250
Average1,692 (100.0%)$43,824

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00029 (3.4%)37 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99971 (8.3%)96 (11.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)43 (5.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (1.9%)75 (9.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (3.0%)243 (29.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999230 (26.7%)222 (26.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999170 (19.8%)71 (8.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99980 (9.3%)32 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999186 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more52 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total860 (100.0%)832 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30088 (10.2%)133 (16.0%)
$300 to $499186 (21.6%)55 (6.6%)
$500 to $799218 (25.4%)216 (26.0%)
$800 to $9999 (1.1%)152 (18.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499261 (30.3%)255 (30.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99947 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49935 (4.1%)21 (2.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99916 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total860 (100.0%)832 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jackson

Housing Structures in Jackson

Housing Structures in Jackson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,21471.8%
Single Unit, Attached20.1%
2 Unit Apartments824.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1005.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments18410.9%
10 or more Apartments885.2%
Mobile Home / Other221.3%
Total1,692100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached845 (69.6%)369 (30.4%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)100 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)184 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
Total860 (50.8%)832 (49.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)48 (5.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (0.6%)64 (7.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms255 (29.6%)547 (65.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms386 (44.9%)173 (20.8%)
8 or more Rooms214 (24.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total860 (100.0%)832 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas267 (31.0%)158 (19.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas74 (8.6%)67 (8.1%)
Electricity506 (58.8%)593 (71.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels13 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)14 (1.7%)
Total860 (100.0%)832 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle11 (1.3%)191 (23.0%)
1 Vehicle121 (14.1%)409 (49.2%)
2 Vehicles522 (60.7%)174 (20.9%)
3 or more Vehicles206 (23.9%)58 (7.0%)
Total860 (100.0%)832 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jackson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jackson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units511349
Median Property Value$134,100$163,500
Median Household Income$58,938$43
Monthly Housing Costs$475$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,278$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999191 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999290 (56.8%)298 (85.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99921 (4.1%)35 (10.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (1.8%)16 (4.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total511 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)29 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (2.4%)87 (24.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999201 (39.3%)14 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99999 (19.4%)29 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99955 (10.8%)71 (20.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999135 (26.4%)25 (7.2%)
$150,000 or more9 (1.8%)51 (14.6%)
Total511 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jackson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jackson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x210 (41.1%)51,020 (14,618.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x108 (21.1%)98 (28.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x151 (29.5%)80 (22.9%)
4.0x or more42 (8.2%)29 (8.3%)
Total511 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800156 (30.5%)29 (8.3%)
$800 to $1,499141 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499203 (39.7%)138 (39.5%)
Total511 (100.0%)349 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years316 (93.5%)22 (6.5%)
6 to 18 Years1,262 (92.2%)107 (7.8%)
19 to 25 Years128 (63.7%)73 (36.3%)
26 to 34 Years399 (54.6%)332 (45.4%)
35 to 44 Years624 (80.8%)148 (19.2%)
45 to 54 Years303 (51.1%)290 (48.9%)
55 to 64 Years371 (70.8%)153 (29.2%)
65 to 74 Years345 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,955 (77.8%)1,125 (22.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born316 (93.5%)22 (6.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,262 (92.2%)107 (7.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen128 (63.7%)73 (36.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000728 (79.0%)194 (21.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,421 (64.1%)795 (35.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999793 (90.2%)86 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999285 (92.5%)23 (7.5%)
$100,000 and over722 (96.4%)27 (3.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6235 (69.5%)81 (24.0%)
6 to 18 Years785 (57.3%)477 (34.8%)
19 to 25 Years78 (38.8%)50 (24.9%)
25 to 34 Years113 (15.5%)286 (39.1%)
35 to 44 Years90 (11.7%)534 (69.2%)
45 to 54 Years171 (28.8%)163 (27.5%)
55 to 64 Years71 (13.6%)316 (60.3%)
65 to 74 Years331 (95.9%)154 (44.6%)
75 Years and over207 (100.0%)49 (23.7%)
Total2,081 (41.0%)2,110 (41.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jackson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years68 (9.6%)10 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years74 (14.3%)31 (6.8%)
35 to 64 Years159 (16.2%)107 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years49 (56.3%)77 (29.8%)
75 Years and over9 (9.2%)28 (25.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jackson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (31.0%)16 (6.2%)
75 Years and over9 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (10.3%)9 (3.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years49 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years74 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years144 (14.6%)31 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)31 (6.8%)
35 to 64 Years80 (8.1%)107 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years40 (46.0%)77 (29.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (25.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (18.3%)

Technology Access in Jackson

Computing Device Access in Jackson

Computing Device Access in Jackson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,11766.0%
Smartphone1,44185.2%
Tablet1,04261.6%
No Computing Device20011.8%
Total1,692100.0%

Internet Access in Jackson

Internet Access in Jackson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,16668.9%
Cellular Data Only23513.9%
Satellite Internet975.7%
No Internet27216.1%
Total1,692100.0%

Jackson Summary

Jackson, Georgia is a city located in Butts County, Georgia, United States. It is the county seat of Butts County and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The population was 4,717 at the 2010 census.

History

Jackson was founded in 1826 as the county seat of Butts County. It was named after the Revolutionary War hero, James Jackson. The city was incorporated in 1829 and has been the county seat ever since.
In the early 19th century, Jackson was a small agricultural town. It was the site of a major Civil War battle in 1864, when Union forces under General William T. Sherman captured the city. After the war, Jackson experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to several cotton mills and other industries.

Geography

Jackson is located at 33°19'45" North, 84°3'45" West (33.329167, -84.062500). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all land.

Economy

Jackson’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large poultry processing plants, as well as a number of smaller businesses. The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several large shopping centers and a variety of restaurants and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 4,717 people, 1,845 households, and 1,213 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,118.3 people per square mile (431.2/km2). There were 2,039 housing units at an average density of 484.3 per square mile (187.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 28.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 1,845 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, 19.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.11.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $33,958, and the median income for a family was $41,964. Males had a median income of $31,912 versus $25,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 13.2% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jackson?
Total Population of Jackson is 5,497.
What is the Total Male Population of Jackson?
Total Male Population of Jackson is 2,799.
What is the Total Female Population of Jackson?
Total Female Population of Jackson is 2,698.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jackson?
There are 103.74 Males per 100 Females in Jackson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jackson?
There are 96.39 Females per 100 Males in Jackson.
What is the Median Population Age in Jackson?
Median Population Age in Jackson is 35.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jackson
Average Family Size in Jackson is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jackson
Average Household Size in Jackson is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jackson?
Per Capita income in Jackson is $22,293.
What is the Median Family Income in Jackson?
Median Family Income in Jackson is $41,385.
What is the Median Household income in Jackson?
Median Household Income in Jackson is $43,824.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jackson?
Income or Wage Gap in Jackson is 21.0%.
Women in Jackson earn 79.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jackson?
There are 2,081 People in the Labor Forcein in Jackson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jackson?
52.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Jackson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jackson?
Unemployment Rate in Jackson is 6.3%.