Jackson, KY

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Jackson Overview

2,286
TOTAL POPULATION
962
MALE POPULATION
1,324
FEMALE POPULATION
72.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
137.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,381
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$33,333
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,026
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jackson Zip Codes

Jackson Area Codes

Race in Jackson

The most populous races in Jackson are White / Caucasian (2,222 | 97.2%), Asian (41 | 1.8%), and Two or more Races (23 | 1.0%).
Race in Jackson
Race# Population% Population
Asian411.8%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino140.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,22297.2%
Two or more Races231.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,286100.0%

Ancestry in Jackson

The most populous ancestries reported in Jackson are American (714 | 31.2%), English (329 | 14.4%), Irish (89 | 3.9%), German (68 | 3.0%), and Italian (58 | 2.5%), together accounting for 55.0% of all Jackson residents.
Ancestry in Jackson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American71431.2%
British40.2%
Dutch341.5%
English32914.4%
French50.2%
German683.0%
Irish893.9%
Italian582.5%
Mexican140.6%
Norwegian60.3%
Scotch-Irish311.4%
Scottish190.8%
Swedish60.3%
Swiss50.2%
Thai411.8%
Welsh60.3%
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Immigrants in Jackson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jackson came from Asia (41 | 1.8%), India (41 | 1.8%), and South Central Asia (41 | 1.8%), together accounting for 5.4% of all Jackson residents.
Immigrants in Jackson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia411.8%
India411.8%
South Central Asia411.8%
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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 (115 | 11.9%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (145 | 11.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (2.3%)93 (7.0%)
5 to 9 Years54 (5.6%)72 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years62 (6.4%)33 (2.5%)
15 to 19 Years31 (3.2%)33 (2.5%)
20 to 24 Years89 (9.2%)114 (8.6%)
25 to 29 Years80 (8.3%)96 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years66 (6.9%)53 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years41 (4.3%)56 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years115 (11.9%)145 (11.0%)
45 to 49 Years112 (11.6%)59 (4.5%)
50 to 54 Years41 (4.3%)88 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years36 (3.7%)56 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years77 (8.0%)109 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years38 (4.0%)48 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years37 (3.8%)69 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years24 (2.5%)142 (10.7%)
80 to 84 Years25 (2.6%)21 (1.6%)
85 Years and over12 (1.3%)37 (2.8%)
Total962 (100.0%)1,324 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jackson

Median Family Size in Jackson

The median family size in Jackson is 2.70 persons per family, with married-couple families (371 | 61.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (56 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.71 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jackson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple371 (61.1%)2.92
Single Male/Father56 (9.2%)1.71
Single Female/Mother180 (29.6%)2.56
Total Families607 (100.0%)2.70

Median Household Size in Jackson

The median household size in Jackson is 2.02 persons per household, with married-couple households (371 | 33.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.94 persons per household. non-family households (487 | 44.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jackson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple371 (33.9%)2.94
Single Male/Father56 (5.1%)2.04
Single Female/Mother180 (16.5%)2.71
Non-family487 (44.5%)1.06
Total Households1,094 (100.0%)2.02

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson

Out of a total of 1,094 households in Jackson, 607 (55.5%) are family households, while 487 (44.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 282, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 474.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-474 (43.3%)
2-Person Households282 (25.8%)4 (0.4%)
3-Person Households107 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households113 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households98 (9.0%)9 (0.8%)
6-Person Households7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total607 (55.5%)487 (44.5%)

Female Fertility in Jackson

Fertility by Age in Jackson

Average fertility rate in Jackson is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 110.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Jackson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years3 (9.4%)91.0
20 to 34 years29 (90.6%)110.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total32 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jackson

50.0% of women with births (32) in Jackson are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 44.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jackson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (55.2%)13 (44.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)

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 Diploma7 (21.9%)34.0
College or Associate's Degree25 (78.1%)119.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total32 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jackson

50.0% of women with births in Jackson are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 64.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
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%)7 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)

Income in Jackson

Income Overview in Jackson

Per Capita Income in Jackson is $24,381, while median incomes of families and households are $53,750 and $33,333 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,286$24,381
Median Family Income607$53,750
Mean Family Income607$62,886
Median Household Income1,094$33,333
Mean Household Income1,094$50,464
Income Deficit607$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,28631.44%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,28668.56¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,2860.45

Earnings by Sex in Jackson

Average Earnings in Jackson are $25,536, $33,186 for men and $22,752 for women, a difference of 31.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Jackson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male494 (47.4%)$33,186
Female547 (52.5%)$22,752
Total1,041 (100.0%)$25,536

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson

The most common earnings brackets in Jackson are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (110 | 22.3%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (104 | 19.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (2.8%)46 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)5 (0.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49923 (4.7%)28 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (1.2%)31 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49927 (5.5%)4 (0.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99931 (6.3%)16 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49923 (4.7%)43 (7.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)4 (0.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)86 (15.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99925 (5.1%)104 (19.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99925 (5.1%)15 (2.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999110 (22.3%)34 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (1.2%)12 (2.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99910 (2.0%)20 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99926 (5.3%)17 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99929 (5.9%)9 (1.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99942 (8.5%)19 (3.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99982 (16.6%)19 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (2.2%)27 (4.9%)
$100,000+4 (0.8%)8 (1.5%)
Total494 (100.0%)547 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson

Average earnings in Jackson are $34,657 for men and $23,906 for women, a difference of 31.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,083, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $25,917. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,833, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,863.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,786$0
High School Diploma$34,167$22,863
College or Associate's Degree$25,917$24,861
Bachelor's Degree$59,250$32,143
Graduate Degree$62,083$77,833
Total$34,657$23,906

Family Income in Jackson

Family Income Brackets in Jackson

According to the Jackson family income data, there are 110 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jackson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00020.3%
$10,000 to $14,999569.2%
$15,000 to $24,9996711.0%
$25,000 to $34,999528.6%
$35,000 to $49,99910817.8%
$50,000 to $74,99911018.1%
$75,000 to $99,99910417.1%
$100,000 to $149,9997211.9%
$150,000 to $199,999193.1%
$200,000+172.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson

5-person families (88 | 14.5%) account for the highest median family income in Jackson with $78,730 per family, while 3-person families (131 | 21.6%) have the highest median income of $23,018 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families298 (49.1%)$34,667
3-Person Families131 (21.6%)$69,055
4-Person Families83 (13.7%)$53,456
5-Person Families88 (14.5%)$78,730
6-Person Families7 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total607 (100.0%)$53,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson

The median family income in Jackson is $53,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (118) having the highest median family income of $79,221, while families with no earners (156) have the lowest median family income of $24,000, accounting for 19.4% and 25.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners156 (25.7%)$24,000
1 Earner183 (30.1%)$49,583
2 Earners150 (24.7%)$71,250
3+ Earners118 (19.4%)$79,221
Total607 (100.0%)$53,750

Household Income in Jackson

Household Income Brackets in Jackson

With 206 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Jackson, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (1.7%) 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 $10,000484.4%
$10,000 to $14,99920618.8%
$15,000 to $24,99915414.1%
$25,000 to $34,99915113.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912511.4%
$50,000 to $74,99913512.3%
$75,000 to $99,99915614.3%
$100,000 to $149,999797.2%
$150,000 to $199,999191.7%
$200,000+211.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson

The median household income in Jackson is $33,333, with the highest median household income of $73,049 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 398 households (36.4%) 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 38 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years38 (3.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years398 (36.4%)$73,049
45 to 64 Years368 (33.6%)$20,833
65+ Years290 (26.5%)$31,523
Total1,094 (100.0%)$33,333

Poverty in Jackson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson

With 22.9% poverty level for males and 17.6% for females among the residents of Jackson, under 5 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (50.0%) and 63 females (42.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (50.0%)13 (14.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years22 (37.3%)19 (32.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)11 (40.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (36.4%)
18 to 24 Years30 (30.6%)11 (8.8%)
25 to 34 Years46 (31.5%)33 (22.2%)
35 to 44 Years32 (20.5%)7 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years18 (11.8%)63 (42.9%)
55 to 64 Years50 (45.9%)21 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.8%)20 (20.4%)
75 Years and over4 (9.3%)16 (9.4%)
Total211 (22.9%)222 (17.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson

According to the poverty statistics in Jackson, males aged 5 years and females aged 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 Years7 (50.0%)80 (86.0%)
5 Years33 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (62.7%)39 (67.2%)
12 to 14 Years17 (100.0%)16 (59.3%)
15 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)14 (63.6%)
18 to 24 Years68 (69.4%)114 (91.2%)
25 to 34 Years100 (68.5%)116 (77.8%)
35 to 44 Years124 (79.5%)194 (96.5%)
45 to 54 Years135 (88.2%)84 (57.1%)
55 to 64 Years59 (54.1%)144 (87.3%)
65 to 74 Years69 (97.2%)78 (79.6%)
75 Years and over39 (90.7%)154 (90.6%)
Total710 (77.1%)1,041 (82.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jackson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jackson show that 6.5% or 24 of the total 371 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.8%, comprising of 24 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 Children161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children179 (88.2%)24 (11.8%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (93.5%)24 (6.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson

According to the poverty data in Jackson, 21.4% or 12 single-father households and 35.0% or 63 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (24.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (51.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (14.5%)
1 or 2 Children12 (24.5%)54 (51.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (21.4%)63 (35.0%)

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

The poverty data for Jackson shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (6.5%) and 75 of the single-parent households (31.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (11.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 household (43.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jackson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children24 (11.8%)66 (43.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (6.5%)75 (31.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Jackson

Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson

Among the 928 employed individuals in Jackson, private company employees (530 | 57.1%), local government employees (180 | 19.4%), and state government employees (120 | 12.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees53057.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)374.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations525.6%
Local Government Employees18019.4%
State Government Employees12012.9%
Federal Government Employees91.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total928100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jackson

According to the labor force statistics for Jackson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,929), 53.2% or 1,026 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 98 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 97.7% or 172 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jackson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years9 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years167 (82.3%)38 (22.8%)
25 to 29 Years172 (97.7%)25 (14.5%)
30 to 34 Years66 (55.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years297 (83.2%)15 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years207 (69.0%)12 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years19 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years32 (17.2%)8 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years42 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,026 (53.2%)98 (9.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson

According to labor force statistics for Jackson, 64.5% of individuals (793) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,230) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 60 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 86.9% or 219 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.5% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School85 (41.7%)34 (16.5%)
High School Diploma372 (69.7%)37 (7.0%)
College / Associate Degree117 (48.8%)31 (12.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher219 (86.9%)6 (2.3%)
Total793 (64.5%)93 (7.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jackson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jackson are Community & Social Service (137 | 14.8%), Education Instruction & Library (105 | 11.3%), Management (95 | 10.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (63 | 6.8%), and Health Technologists (57 | 6.1%).
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 Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Health Technologists (71.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (71.9%), and Community & Social Service (61.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management57 (60.0%)38 (40.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 53 (38.7%)84 (61.3%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (28.1%)23 (71.9%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library44 (41.9%)61 (58.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating41 (65.1%)22 (34.9%)
Health Technologists41 (71.9%)16 (28.1%)
Total (Category)157 (51.6%)147 (48.4%)
Total (Overall)434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jackson are Food Preparation & Serving (155 | 16.7%), Healthcare Support (51 | 5.5%), Security & Protection (20 | 2.2%), Law Enforcement (16 | 1.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 1.4%).
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 Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (80.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (11.8%)45 (88.2%)
Security & Protection20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving30 (19.4%)125 (80.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)69 (28.9%)170 (71.1%)
Total (Overall)434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jackson are Sales & Related (80 | 8.6%), and Office & Administration (52 | 5.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jackson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related23 (28.7%)57 (71.3%)
Office & Administration14 (26.9%)38 (73.1%)
Total (Category)37 (28.0%)95 (72.0%)
Total (Overall)434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jackson are , and Construction & Extraction (131 | 14.1%).
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 & Extraction131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jackson are Production (88 | 9.5%), Transportation (19 | 2.1%), and Material Moving (15 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jackson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jackson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production6 (6.8%)82 (93.2%)
Transportation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)40 (32.8%)82 (67.2%)
Total (Overall)434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson

Employment Industries in Jackson

The major employment industries in Jackson include Educational Services (179 | 19.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (165 | 17.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (101 | 10.9%), Construction (100 | 10.8%), and Manufacturing (73 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Jackson

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson

The Jackson industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing9 (12.3%)64 (87.7%)
Wholesale Trade20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (22.4%)52 (77.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing22 (81.5%)5 (18.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services63 (35.2%)116 (64.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance47 (28.5%)118 (71.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services30 (29.7%)71 (70.3%)
Public Administration48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total434 (46.8%)494 (53.2%)

Education in Jackson

School Enrollment in Jackson

The most common levels of schooling among the 351 students in Jackson are elementary school (79 | 22.5%), high school (70 | 19.9%), and kindergarten (69 | 19.7%).
School Enrollment in Jackson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool41.1%
Kindergarten6919.7%
Elementary School7922.5%
Middle School6719.1%
High School7019.9%
College / Undergraduate6017.1%
Graduate / Professional20.6%
Total351100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jackson

Out of a total of 351 students who are enrolled in schools in Jackson, 50 (14.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 301 (85.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (26.2% 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 4 (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 Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old93 (73.8%)33 (26.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds79 (83.2%)16 (16.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds43 (97.7%)1 (2.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total301 (85.8%)50 (14.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jackson

Arts & humanities (104 | 30.7%), education (101 | 29.8%), communications (42 | 12.4%), science & technology (22 | 6.5%), and psychology (14 | 4.1%) are the most common fields of study among 339 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 & Mathematics61.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural41.2%
Physical & Health Sciences113.2%
Psychology144.1%
Social Sciences51.5%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology226.5%
Business20.6%
Education10129.8%
Literature & Languages20.6%
Liberal Arts & History144.1%
Visual & Performing Arts123.5%
Communications4212.4%
Arts & Humanities10430.7%
Total339100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jackson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jackson are males with 1 vehicle (156, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (291, making up 31.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3 (0.7%)13 (2.6%)
1 Vehicle156 (35.9%)291 (58.9%)
2 Vehicles125 (28.8%)83 (16.8%)
3 Vehicles39 (9.0%)20 (4.1%)
4 Vehicles102 (23.5%)87 (17.6%)
5 or more Vehicles9 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total434 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jackson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jackson are 5 to 9 minutes (294 commuters, 32.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (153 commuters, 16.9%), and less than 5 minutes (143 commuters, 15.8%).
Commute Time in Jackson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes14315.8%
5 to 9 Minutes29432.5%
10 to 14 Minutes15316.9%
15 to 19 Minutes717.9%
20 to 24 Minutes475.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes879.6%
35 to 39 Minutes414.5%
40 to 44 Minutes50.5%
45 to 59 Minutes374.1%
60 to 89 Minutes91.0%
90 or more Minutes182.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Jackson

The most common commute times in Jackson are 5 to 9 minutes (128 commuters, 29.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (166 commuters, 34.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jackson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes72 (16.8%)71 (14.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes128 (29.8%)166 (34.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes110 (25.6%)43 (9.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes7 (1.6%)64 (13.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (0.7%)44 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes21 (4.9%)66 (13.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes28 (6.5%)13 (2.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes5 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes9 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes9 (2.1%)9 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jackson are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (95, 22.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (169, 35.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM50 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM42 (9.8%)9 (1.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM9 (2.1%)18 (3.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM25 (5.8%)6 (1.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM58 (13.5%)7 (1.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (7.9%)109 (22.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM95 (22.1%)169 (35.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM19 (4.4%)52 (10.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (0.5%)9 (1.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM41 (9.6%)36 (7.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM30 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)11 (2.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM24 (5.6%)43 (9.0%)
Total429 (100.0%)476 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jackson

Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson

Of the total 1,094 dwellings in Jackson, owner-occupied units account for 632 (57.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 462 (42.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units63257.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units46242.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,094100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household47443.3%
2-Person Household28626.1%
3-Person Household1079.8%
4+ Person Household22720.7%
Total Housing Units1,094100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household214 (45.2%)260 (54.8%)
2-Person Household182 (63.6%)104 (36.4%)
3-Person Household63 (58.9%)44 (41.1%)
4+ Person Household173 (76.2%)54 (23.8%)
Total Housing Units632 (57.8%)462 (42.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School22 (14.4%)131 (85.6%)
High School Diploma370 (68.0%)174 (32.0%)
College/Associate Degree110 (56.7%)84 (43.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher130 (64.0%)73 (36.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years19617.9%
35 to 44 Years24021.9%
45 to 54 Years16715.3%
55 to 64 Years20118.4%
65 to 74 Years11710.7%
75 to 84 Years16314.9%
85 Years and Over100.9%
Total1,094100.0%

Housing Finances in Jackson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied632 (57.8%)$54,853
Renter-Occupied462 (42.2%)$17,371
Average1,094 (100.0%)$33,333

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (2.1%)2 (0.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.6%)29 (6.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99961 (9.7%)145 (31.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.5%)74 (16.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99961 (9.7%)16 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999112 (17.7%)39 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (6.5%)84 (18.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99976 (12.0%)59 (12.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999153 (24.2%)3 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99972 (11.4%)7 (1.5%)
$150,000 or more36 (5.7%)4 (0.9%)
Total632 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30049 (7.7%)91 (19.7%)
$300 to $499232 (36.7%)184 (39.8%)
$500 to $799214 (33.9%)79 (17.1%)
$800 to $99942 (6.7%)37 (8.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49938 (6.0%)52 (11.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99946 (7.3%)4 (0.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4996 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total632 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jackson

Housing Structures in Jackson

Housing Structures in Jackson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached55851.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments111.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments928.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments11810.8%
10 or more Apartments645.9%
Mobile Home / Other25122.9%
Total1,094100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached414 (74.2%)144 (25.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1 (1.1%)91 (98.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)118 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other217 (86.5%)34 (13.6%)
Total632 (57.8%)462 (42.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.8%)14 (3.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)149 (32.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms176 (27.9%)215 (46.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms210 (33.2%)53 (11.5%)
8 or more Rooms241 (38.1%)31 (6.7%)
Total632 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas166 (26.3%)135 (29.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (1.1%)13 (2.8%)
Electricity407 (64.4%)308 (66.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene37 (5.9%)6 (1.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total632 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (4.3%)158 (34.2%)
1 Vehicle304 (48.1%)264 (57.1%)
2 Vehicles194 (30.7%)34 (7.4%)
3 or more Vehicles107 (16.9%)6 (1.3%)
Total632 (100.0%)462 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jackson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jackson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units423209
Median Property Value$62,600$118,600
Median Household Income$34,609$30
Monthly Housing Costs$409$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,028$19

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000178 (42.1%)42 (20.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999121 (28.6%)29 (13.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999124 (29.3%)121 (57.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)17 (8.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total423 (100.0%)209 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00017 (4.0%)2 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99987 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999110 (26.0%)38 (18.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (4.7%)2 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (15.1%)21 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99998 (23.2%)12 (5.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (5.0%)55 (26.3%)
$150,000 or more6 (1.4%)51 (24.4%)
Total423 (100.0%)209 (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 2.0x203 (48.0%)90,912 (43,498.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x139 (32.9%)144 (68.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x48 (11.4%)15 (7.2%)
4.0x or more27 (6.4%)15 (7.2%)
Total423 (100.0%)209 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800157 (37.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499166 (39.2%)32 (15.3%)
$800 to $1,49921 (5.0%)89 (42.6%)
Total423 (100.0%)209 (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 Years155 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
6 to 18 Years232 (96.3%)9 (3.7%)
19 to 25 Years235 (98.7%)3 (1.3%)
26 to 34 Years222 (84.4%)41 (15.6%)
35 to 44 Years353 (98.9%)4 (1.1%)
45 to 54 Years300 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years267 (97.5%)7 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,146 (97.1%)65 (2.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born155 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen232 (96.3%)9 (3.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen235 (98.7%)3 (1.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000557 (99.8%)1 (0.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999584 (98.0%)12 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999248 (84.6%)45 (15.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999377 (98.2%)7 (1.8%)
$100,000 and over380 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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 698 (62.8%)72 (46.2%)
6 to 18 Years137 (56.9%)95 (39.4%)
19 to 25 Years85 (35.7%)164 (68.9%)
25 to 34 Years120 (45.6%)128 (48.7%)
35 to 44 Years79 (22.1%)297 (83.2%)
45 to 54 Years157 (52.3%)185 (61.7%)
55 to 64 Years201 (73.4%)103 (37.6%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)76 (45.0%)
75 Years and over213 (100.0%)158 (74.2%)
Total1,259 (56.9%)1,278 (57.8%)

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 Years23 (16.7%)11 (8.7%)
18 to 34 Years24 (9.8%)54 (19.7%)
35 to 64 Years121 (28.9%)187 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years24 (33.8%)33 (33.7%)
75 Years and over23 (53.5%)56 (32.9%)

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%)4 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years39 (9.3%)32 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years18 (25.4%)3 (3.1%)
75 Years and over22 (51.2%)37 (21.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years17 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.5%)46 (16.8%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.1%)41 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years23 (16.7%)11 (8.7%)
18 to 34 Years18 (7.4%)23 (8.4%)
35 to 64 Years97 (23.2%)14 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)27 (15.9%)

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 Years7 (2.9%)4 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years26 (6.2%)153 (29.8%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.5%)29 (29.6%)
75 Years and over18 (41.9%)56 (32.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jackson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.9%)4 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years16 (3.8%)14 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)38 (22.4%)

Technology Access in Jackson

Computing Device Access in Jackson

Computing Device Access in Jackson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop66460.7%
Smartphone80273.3%
Tablet56451.5%
No Computing Device11110.2%
Total1,094100.0%

Internet Access in Jackson

Internet Access in Jackson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home70264.2%
Cellular Data Only24722.6%
Satellite Internet676.1%
No Internet1039.4%
Total1,094100.0%

Jackson Summary

Jackson, Kentucky is a small city located in Breathitt County in the eastern part of the state. It is the county seat of Breathitt County and is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The city has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is the largest city in the county.

History

Jackson was founded in 1818 by a group of settlers from Virginia and North Carolina. The city was named after Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States. The city was incorporated in 1820 and was the first city in the state to be incorporated.
The city was an important stop on the Kentucky and Tennessee Railroad, which connected the city to the rest of the state. The railroad was a major factor in the growth of the city and helped to make it a major hub for the timber and coal industries.
The city was also an important stop on the Underground Railroad, which was used by slaves escaping to freedom in the north. The city was a safe haven for many slaves and was a major stop on the route to freedom.

Geography

Jackson is located in the eastern part of the state in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The city is situated on the banks of the North Fork of the Kentucky River. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in a valley.
The climate in Jackson is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit and the average temperature in the winter is around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Jackson is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The city is home to several farms and ranches, as well as a number of tourist attractions. The city is also home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a furniture factory.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The city is also home to a number of government offices, including the Breathitt County Courthouse.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Jackson was 2,000 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,000 and the median income for a family was $30,000. The per capita income for the city was $14,000. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.
Jackson is a small city with a rich history and a diverse economy. The city is home to a number of farms and ranches, as well as a number of tourist attractions. The city is also home to several manufacturing plants and small businesses. The city has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is the largest city in the county.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jackson?
Total Population of Jackson is 2,286.
What is the Total Male Population of Jackson?
Total Male Population of Jackson is 962.
What is the Total Female Population of Jackson?
Total Female Population of Jackson is 1,324.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jackson?
There are 72.66 Males per 100 Females in Jackson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jackson?
There are 137.63 Females per 100 Males in Jackson.
What is the Median Population Age in Jackson?
Median Population Age in Jackson is 43.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jackson
Average Family Size in Jackson is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jackson
Average Household Size in Jackson is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jackson?
Per Capita income in Jackson is $24,381.
What is the Median Family Income in Jackson?
Median Family Income in Jackson is $53,750.
What is the Median Household income in Jackson?
Median Household Income in Jackson is $33,333.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jackson?
Income or Wage Gap in Jackson is 31.4%.
Women in Jackson earn 68.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jackson?
There are 1,026 People in the Labor Forcein in Jackson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jackson?
53.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Jackson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jackson?
Unemployment Rate in Jackson is 9.6%.