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Jackson County Overview

$29,657
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,686
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,440
TOTAL POPULATION
748
MALE POPULATION
692
FEMALE POPULATION
108.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
719
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jackson County Area Codes

Income in Jackson County

Income Overview in Jackson County

Per Capita Income in Jackson County is $29,657, while median incomes of families and households are $53,750 and $38,686 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,440$29,657
Median Family Income395$53,750
Mean Family Income395$76,497
Median Household Income645$38,686
Mean Household Income645$63,900
Income Deficit395$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,44052.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,44047.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4400.49

Earnings by Sex in Jackson County

Average Earnings in Jackson County are $24,434, $29,962 for men and $14,182 for women, a difference of 52.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Jackson County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male393 (50.5%)$29,962
Female385 (49.5%)$14,182
Total778 (100.0%)$24,434

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson County

The most common earnings brackets in Jackson County are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (56 | 14.2%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (84 | 21.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jackson County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (7.9%)28 (7.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99940 (10.2%)25 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (1.3%)11 (2.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (1.8%)55 (14.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (0.3%)17 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (6.9%)84 (21.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (1.0%)5 (1.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9991 (0.3%)7 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99938 (9.7%)15 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99943 (10.9%)10 (2.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (1.0%)26 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (2.8%)14 (3.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (2.8%)7 (1.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99925 (6.4%)40 (10.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99956 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99947 (12.0%)16 (4.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9996 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (2.8%)20 (5.2%)
$100,000+25 (6.4%)5 (1.3%)
Total393 (100.0%)385 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson County

Average earnings in Jackson County are $39,286 for men and $14,970 for women, a difference of 61.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,263, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,095. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $19,464, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $13,967.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jackson County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$24,095$0
High School Diploma$43,500$13,967
College or Associate's Degree$29,083$19,464
Bachelor's Degree$53,500$14,214
Graduate Degree$55,263$0
Total$39,286$14,970

Family Income in Jackson County

Family Income Brackets in Jackson County

According to the Jackson County family income data, there are 78 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jackson County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000123.0%
$10,000 to $14,99961.5%
$15,000 to $24,9994010.1%
$25,000 to $34,9997819.7%
$35,000 to $49,9994812.2%
$50,000 to $74,9996015.2%
$75,000 to $99,9994210.6%
$100,000 to $149,9997719.5%
$150,000 to $199,999164.1%
$200,000+164.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson County

3-person families (47 | 11.9%) account for the highest median family income in Jackson County with $58,036 per family, while 2-person families (229 | 58.0%) have the highest median income of $25,438 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jackson County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families229 (58.0%)$50,875
3-Person Families47 (11.9%)$58,036
4-Person Families101 (25.6%)$0
5-Person Families18 (4.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total395 (100.0%)$53,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson County

The median family income in Jackson County is $53,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (46) having the highest median family income of $153,409, while families with no earners (69) have the lowest median family income of $30,536, accounting for 11.7% and 17.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jackson County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners69 (17.5%)$30,536
1 Earner153 (38.7%)$39,455
2 Earners127 (32.2%)$82,656
3+ Earners46 (11.7%)$153,409
Total395 (100.0%)$53,750

Household Income in Jackson County

Household Income Brackets in Jackson County

With 136 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Jackson County, accounting for 21.1% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (2.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Jackson County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000375.7%
$10,000 to $14,999457.0%
$15,000 to $24,9997711.9%
$25,000 to $34,99913621.1%
$35,000 to $49,9997511.6%
$50,000 to $74,9999815.2%
$75,000 to $99,999599.1%
$100,000 to $149,9997711.9%
$150,000 to $199,999162.5%
$200,000+253.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson County

The median household income in Jackson County is $38,686, with the highest median household income of $53,056 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 136 households (21.1%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jackson County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years136 (21.1%)$53,056
45 to 64 Years231 (35.8%)$43,625
65+ Years278 (43.1%)$33,594
Total645 (100.0%)$38,686

Poverty in Jackson County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson County

With 20.6% poverty level for males and 21.1% for females among the residents of Jackson County, 6 to 11 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (100.0%) and 26 females (48.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (30.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years40 (90.9%)8 (38.1%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (40.7%)26 (48.1%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.1%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (20.9%)
35 to 44 Years3 (5.2%)11 (19.6%)
45 to 54 Years5 (5.6%)25 (31.2%)
55 to 64 Years57 (42.5%)23 (35.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.8%)13 (9.6%)
75 Years and over4 (4.6%)16 (18.6%)
Total153 (20.6%)146 (21.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jackson County

According to the poverty statistics in Jackson County, males aged under 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 County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (100.0%)23 (69.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (9.1%)13 (61.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (59.3%)28 (51.8%)
18 to 24 Years22 (100.0%)77 (93.9%)
25 to 34 Years95 (100.0%)34 (79.1%)
35 to 44 Years55 (94.8%)45 (80.4%)
45 to 54 Years84 (94.4%)55 (68.8%)
55 to 64 Years77 (57.5%)41 (64.1%)
65 to 74 Years139 (97.2%)123 (90.4%)
75 Years and over83 (95.4%)70 (81.4%)
Total589 (79.4%)546 (78.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jackson County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jackson County show that 7.8% or 25 of the total 321 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 25.0%, comprising of 25 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 County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children214 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children75 (75.0%)25 (25.0%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total296 (92.2%)25 (7.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson County

According to the poverty data in Jackson County, 9.4% or 3 single-father households and 83.3% or 35 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 3 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jackson County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (46.2%)
1 or 2 Children3 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (9.4%)35 (83.3%)

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

The poverty data for Jackson County shows that 25 of the married-couple family households (7.8%) and 38 of the single-parent households (51.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jackson County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children25 (25.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (7.8%)38 (51.3%)

Race in Jackson County

The most populous races in Jackson County are White / Caucasian (1,346 | 93.5%), Hispanic or Latino (165 | 11.5%), and Two or more Races (85 | 5.9%).
Race in Jackson County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American90.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino16511.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,34693.5%
Two or more Races855.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,440100.0%

Ancestry in Jackson County

The most populous ancestries reported in Jackson County are German (323 | 22.4%), Mexican (157 | 10.9%), English (111 | 7.7%), Irish (99 | 6.9%), and Swedish (95 | 6.6%), together accounting for 54.5% of all Jackson County residents.
Ancestry in Jackson County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American161.1%
Canadian241.7%
Choctaw10.1%
Czech161.1%
Dutch886.1%
English1117.7%
European40.3%
French221.5%
French Canadian40.3%
German32322.4%
Hungarian30.2%
Irish996.9%
Italian30.2%
Jamaican90.6%
Mexican15710.9%
Norwegian332.3%
Russian171.2%
Scotch-Irish332.3%
Scottish201.4%
South American60.4%
Swedish956.6%
Venezuelan60.4%
Yugoslavian50.4%
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Immigrants in Jackson County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jackson County came from Latin America (6 | 0.4%), South America (6 | 0.4%), and Venezuela (6 | 0.4%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Jackson County residents.
Immigrants in Jackson County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Latin America60.4%
South America60.4%
Venezuela60.4%
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Sex and Age in Jackson County

Sex and Age in Jackson County

The most populous age groups in Jackson County are 65 to 69 Years (87 | 11.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (113 | 16.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jackson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (1.9%)33 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years25 (3.3%)20 (2.9%)
10 to 14 Years44 (5.9%)38 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years52 (7.0%)74 (10.7%)
20 to 24 Years2 (0.3%)62 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Years21 (2.8%)10 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years77 (10.3%)33 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years38 (5.1%)19 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Years22 (2.9%)37 (5.3%)
45 to 49 Years28 (3.7%)21 (3.0%)
50 to 54 Years61 (8.2%)59 (8.5%)
55 to 59 Years86 (11.5%)28 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years48 (6.4%)36 (5.2%)
65 to 69 Years87 (11.6%)113 (16.3%)
70 to 74 Years56 (7.5%)23 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years15 (2.0%)49 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years39 (5.2%)26 (3.8%)
85 Years and over33 (4.4%)11 (1.6%)
Total748 (100.0%)692 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jackson County

Median Family Size in Jackson County

The median family size in Jackson County is 2.83 persons per family, with single female/mother families (42 | 10.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.12 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (321 | 81.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.79 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jackson County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple321 (81.3%)2.79
Single Male/Father32 (8.1%)2.84
Single Female/Mother42 (10.6%)3.12
Total Families395 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Jackson County

The median household size in Jackson County is 2.20 persons per household, with single female/mother households (42 | 6.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (250 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jackson County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple321 (49.8%)2.79
Single Male/Father32 (5.0%)2.94
Single Female/Mother42 (6.5%)3.12
Non-family250 (38.8%)1.20
Total Households645 (100.0%)2.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson County

Out of a total of 645 households in Jackson County, 395 (61.2%) are family households, while 250 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 229, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 222.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jackson County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-222 (34.4%)
2-Person Households229 (35.5%)28 (4.3%)
3-Person Households44 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households104 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households18 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total395 (61.2%)250 (38.8%)

Female Fertility in Jackson County

Fertility by Age in Jackson County

Female Fertility by Age in Jackson County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jackson County

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

Fertility by Education in Jackson County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jackson County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jackson County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jackson County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Jackson County

Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson County

Among the 660 employed individuals in Jackson County, private company employees (325 | 49.2%), local government employees (109 | 16.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (95 | 14.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jackson County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees32549.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)152.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)9514.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations7411.2%
Local Government Employees10916.5%
State Government Employees263.9%
Federal Government Employees162.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total660100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jackson County

According to the labor force statistics for Jackson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,262), 57.0% or 719 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.2% or 59 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 98.2% or 108 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.9% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jackson County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years36 (29.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years45 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years26 (83.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years108 (98.2%)29 (26.9%)
35 to 44 Years99 (85.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years156 (92.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years72 (63.2%)8 (11.1%)
60 to 64 Years53 (63.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years105 (37.6%)22 (21.0%)
75 Years and over19 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total719 (57.0%)59 (8.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson County

According to labor force statistics for Jackson County, 82.4% of individuals (514) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (624) are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 37 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 86.3% or 139 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.0% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jackson County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School100 (82.6%)35 (29.0%)
High School Diploma107 (74.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree168 (84.8%)5 (2.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher139 (86.3%)5 (2.9%)
Total514 (82.4%)45 (7.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jackson County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jackson County are Management (120 | 18.2%), Community & Social Service (63 | 9.6%), Education Instruction & Library (27 | 4.1%), Education, Arts & Media (25 | 3.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jackson County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jackson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Management (53.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jackson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management64 (53.3%)56 (46.7%)
Business & Financial9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (11.1%)56 (88.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)83 (38.3%)134 (61.8%)
Total (Overall)315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jackson County are Security & Protection (50 | 7.6%), Personal Care & Service (43 | 6.5%), Healthcare Support (42 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (38 | 5.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36 | 5.4%).
Services Occupations in Jackson County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jackson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (64.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (62.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (58.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jackson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Security & Protection32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (37.9%)18 (62.1%)
Law Enforcement21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving22 (57.9%)16 (42.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (41.7%)21 (58.3%)
Personal Care & Service19 (44.2%)24 (55.8%)
Total (Category)88 (42.1%)121 (57.9%)
Total (Overall)315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jackson County are Office & Administration (94 | 14.2%), and Sales & Related (25 | 3.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jackson County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jackson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5 (20.0%)20 (80.0%)
Office & Administration32 (34.0%)62 (66.0%)
Total (Category)37 (31.1%)82 (68.9%)
Total (Overall)315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jackson County are Construction & Extraction (72 | 10.9%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (11 | 1.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jackson County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jackson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Construction & Extraction72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)86 (91.5%)8 (8.5%)
Total (Overall)315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jackson County are Material Moving (11 | 1.7%), and Transportation (10 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jackson County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jackson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson County

Employment Industries in Jackson County

The major employment industries in Jackson County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (120 | 18.2%), Construction (71 | 10.8%), Educational Services (57 | 8.6%), Public Administration (57 | 8.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (53 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Jackson County

Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson County

The Jackson County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (79.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jackson County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting65 (54.2%)55 (45.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade41 (78.8%)11 (21.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (60.4%)21 (39.6%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific9 (20.4%)35 (79.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support19 (54.3%)16 (45.7%)
Educational Services22 (38.6%)35 (61.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services22 (48.9%)23 (51.1%)
Public Administration15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Total315 (47.7%)345 (52.3%)

Education in Jackson County

School Enrollment in Jackson County

The most common levels of schooling among the 326 students in Jackson County are high school (109 | 33.4%), middle school (79 | 24.2%), and college / undergraduate (54 | 16.6%).
School Enrollment in Jackson County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool103.1%
Kindergarten134.0%
Elementary School329.8%
Middle School7924.2%
High School10933.4%
College / Undergraduate5416.6%
Graduate / Professional298.9%
Total326100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jackson County

Out of a total of 326 students who are enrolled in schools in Jackson County, 45 (13.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 281 (86.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 31 (100.0% 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 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jackson County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds75 (91.5%)7 (8.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds78 (91.8%)7 (8.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total281 (86.2%)45 (13.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jackson County

Education (116 | 37.8%), business (60 | 19.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (56 | 18.2%), science & technology (34 | 11.1%), and engineering (22 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 307 individuals in Jackson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jackson County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5618.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences113.6%
Engineering227.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3411.1%
Business6019.5%
Education11637.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History41.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities41.3%
Total307100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jackson County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jackson County are males with 2 vehicles (140, accounting for 45.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (131, making up 40.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jackson County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (1.3%)4 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle84 (27.0%)13 (3.8%)
2 Vehicles140 (45.0%)131 (38.2%)
3 Vehicles19 (6.1%)96 (28.0%)
4 Vehicles33 (10.6%)79 (23.0%)
5 or more Vehicles31 (10.0%)20 (5.8%)
Total311 (100.0%)343 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jackson County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jackson County are 5 to 9 minutes (242 commuters, 47.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (50 commuters, 9.9%), and 25 to 29 minutes (43 commuters, 8.5%).
Commute Time in Jackson County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes346.7%
5 to 9 Minutes24247.9%
10 to 14 Minutes397.7%
15 to 19 Minutes509.9%
20 to 24 Minutes265.1%
25 to 29 Minutes438.5%
30 to 34 Minutes244.8%
35 to 39 Minutes30.6%
40 to 44 Minutes81.6%
45 to 59 Minutes112.2%
60 to 89 Minutes112.2%
90 or more Minutes142.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Jackson County

The most common commute times in Jackson County are 5 to 9 minutes (110 commuters, 44.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (132 commuters, 51.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jackson County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (7.7%)15 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes110 (44.5%)132 (51.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes20 (8.1%)19 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes18 (7.3%)32 (12.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes26 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes22 (8.9%)21 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes11 (4.4%)13 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (1.6%)4 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (4.3%)
90 or more Minutes3 (1.2%)11 (4.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jackson County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (55, 22.3%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (67, 26.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jackson County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM30 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM12 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (0.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM54 (21.9%)7 (2.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM55 (22.3%)31 (12.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM29 (11.7%)30 (11.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (8.5%)20 (7.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM35 (14.2%)14 (5.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM11 (4.4%)67 (26.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)45 (17.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)43 (16.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total247 (100.0%)258 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jackson County

Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson County

Of the total 645 dwellings in Jackson County, owner-occupied units account for 496 (76.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 149 (23.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jackson County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units49676.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14923.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units645100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson County

Occupancy by Household Size in Jackson County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22234.4%
2-Person Household25739.8%
3-Person Household446.8%
4+ Person Household12218.9%
Total Housing Units645100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jackson County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household137 (61.7%)85 (38.3%)
2-Person Household221 (86.0%)36 (14.0%)
3-Person Household44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household94 (77.0%)28 (23.0%)
Total Housing Units496 (76.9%)149 (23.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jackson County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School75 (72.1%)29 (27.9%)
High School Diploma149 (76.4%)46 (23.6%)
College/Associate Degree136 (88.3%)18 (11.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher136 (70.8%)56 (29.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jackson County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7010.8%
35 to 44 Years6610.2%
45 to 54 Years9915.3%
55 to 64 Years13220.5%
65 to 74 Years18228.2%
75 to 84 Years8112.6%
85 Years and Over152.3%
Total645100.0%

Housing Finances in Jackson County

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson County

Median Income by Occupancy in Jackson County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied496 (76.9%)$38,718
Renter-Occupied149 (23.1%)$34,792
Average645 (100.0%)$38,686

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jackson County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00024 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99945 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (4.2%)22 (14.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99934 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99983 (16.7%)53 (35.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99962 (12.5%)13 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99967 (13.5%)31 (20.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99959 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (9.5%)30 (20.1%)
$150,000 or more41 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total496 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jackson County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300121 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499122 (24.6%)14 (9.4%)
$500 to $79971 (14.3%)17 (11.4%)
$800 to $99913 (2.6%)9 (6.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499102 (20.6%)23 (15.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99943 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.4%)20 (13.4%)
Total496 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jackson County

Housing Structures in Jackson County

Housing Structures in Jackson County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49076.0%
Single Unit, Attached203.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments30.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other13220.5%
Total645100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jackson County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached391 (79.8%)99 (20.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other105 (79.5%)27 (20.4%)
Total496 (76.9%)149 (23.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jackson County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms70 (14.1%)61 (40.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms278 (56.0%)71 (47.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms93 (18.8%)17 (11.4%)
8 or more Rooms55 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total496 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jackson County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas121 (24.4%)68 (45.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas55 (11.1%)5 (3.4%)
Electricity148 (29.8%)70 (47.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels172 (34.7%)6 (4.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total496 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson County

Household Vehicle Usage in Jackson County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle19 (3.8%)19 (12.8%)
1 Vehicle100 (20.2%)82 (55.0%)
2 Vehicles197 (39.7%)38 (25.5%)
3 or more Vehicles180 (36.3%)10 (6.7%)
Total496 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jackson County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jackson County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units331165
Median Property Value$206,900$262,500
Median Household Income$30,586$25
Monthly Housing Costs$403$7
Real Estate Taxes$481$21

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jackson County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00066 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99913 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999160 (48.3%)96 (58.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99934 (10.3%)44 (26.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99933 (10.0%)14 (8.5%)
$750,000 to $999,99925 (7.5%)4 (2.4%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)7 (4.2%)
Total331 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jackson County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00033 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999100 (30.2%)4 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99976 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (9.1%)7 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (9.7%)32 (19.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (10.3%)35 (21.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (3.0%)25 (15.1%)
$150,000 or more16 (4.8%)37 (22.4%)
Total331 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jackson County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jackson County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x72 (21.7%)81,250 (49,242.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x28 (8.5%)29 (17.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x24 (7.2%)18 (10.9%)
4.0x or more207 (62.5%)20 (12.1%)
Total331 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jackson County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800252 (76.1%)4 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49930 (9.1%)87 (52.7%)
$800 to $1,49939 (11.8%)41 (24.8%)
Total331 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jackson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years57 (95.0%)3 (5.0%)
6 to 18 Years186 (89.4%)22 (10.6%)
19 to 25 Years97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years91 (66.9%)45 (33.1%)
35 to 44 Years102 (89.5%)12 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years140 (82.8%)29 (17.2%)
55 to 64 Years166 (83.8%)32 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years279 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,291 (90.0%)143 (10.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jackson County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born57 (95.0%)3 (5.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen186 (89.4%)22 (10.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jackson County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000203 (83.9%)39 (16.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999381 (85.8%)63 (14.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999203 (94.9%)11 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over352 (92.6%)28 (7.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jackson County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 624 (40.0%)33 (55.0%)
6 to 18 Years129 (62.0%)85 (40.9%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)97 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years56 (41.2%)44 (32.4%)
35 to 44 Years3 (2.6%)99 (86.8%)
45 to 54 Years38 (22.5%)102 (60.4%)
55 to 64 Years67 (33.8%)120 (60.6%)
65 to 74 Years279 (100.0%)62 (22.2%)
75 Years and over173 (100.0%)71 (41.0%)
Total769 (53.6%)713 (49.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jackson County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jackson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (30.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (8.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (3.9%)9 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years19 (13.3%)30 (22.1%)
75 Years and over44 (50.6%)49 (57.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jackson County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jackson County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (30.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (13.3%)13 (9.6%)
75 Years and over29 (33.3%)30 (34.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jackson County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (30.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (17.2%)22 (25.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jackson County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (8.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)27 (31.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jackson County: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years6 (2.1%)9 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (17.6%)
75 Years and over11 (12.6%)43 (50.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jackson County: <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%)9 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (32.6%)

Technology Access in Jackson County

Computing Device Access in Jackson County

Computing Device Access in Jackson County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop46071.3%
Smartphone47373.3%
Tablet20832.3%
No Computing Device9514.7%
Total645100.0%

Internet Access in Jackson County

Internet Access in Jackson County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31649.0%
Cellular Data Only12218.9%
Satellite Internet8613.3%
No Internet12118.8%
Total645100.0%

Jackson County Summary

Jackson County is located in the northeastern corner of Colorado, and is bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the east, and the South Platte River to the south. The county seat is Walden, and the county is named after President Andrew Jackson. The county has a total area of 1,621 square miles, of which 1,619 square miles is land and 2.3 square miles is water.

Geography

Jackson County is located in the High Plains region of Colorado, and is characterized by rolling hills, grasslands, and sagebrush. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Medicine Bow Mountains, the Park Range, and the Never Summer Mountains. The county is also home to several rivers, including the North Platte River, the Laramie River, and the South Platte River.
The county has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, and the average annual snowfall is 33.5 inches.

Economy

The economy of Jackson County is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The county is home to several large cattle ranches, and the county is also home to several large farms that produce wheat, corn, and hay. The county is also home to several oil and gas wells, and the county is home to several coal mines.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Never Summer Mountains, the Medicine Bow Mountains, and the Park Range.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Jackson County was 5,631, and the population density was 3.5 people per square mile. The median age was 44.2 years, and the median household income was $41,944. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races.
The largest ancestry groups in Jackson County were German (25.3%), English (17.2%), Irish (14.2%), and American (13.2%). The county is also home to a large Hispanic population, with 24.3% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino.

Conclusion

Jackson County is located in the northeastern corner of Colorado, and is bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the east, and the South Platte River to the south. The county has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The economy of Jackson County is largely based on agriculture and ranching, and the county is also home to several small businesses, tourist attractions, and oil and gas wells. As of the 2010 census, the population of Jackson County was 5,631, and the racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. The largest ancestry groups in Jackson County were German (25.3%), English (17.2%), Irish (14.2%), and American (13.2%).

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Jackson County?
Per Capita income in Jackson County is $29,657.
What is the Median Family Income in Jackson County?
Median Family Income in Jackson County is $53,750.
What is the Median Household income in Jackson County?
Median Household Income in Jackson County is $38,686.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jackson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Jackson County is 52.7%.
Women in Jackson County earn 47.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jackson County is 0.49.
What is the Total Population of Jackson County?
Total Population of Jackson County is 1,440.
What is the Total Male Population of Jackson County?
Total Male Population of Jackson County is 748.
What is the Total Female Population of Jackson County?
Total Female Population of Jackson County is 692.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jackson County?
There are 108.09 Males per 100 Females in Jackson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jackson County?
There are 92.51 Females per 100 Males in Jackson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Jackson County?
Median Population Age in Jackson County is 51.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jackson County
Average Family Size in Jackson County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jackson County
Average Household Size in Jackson County is 2.2 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jackson County?
There are 719 People in the Labor Forcein in Jackson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jackson County?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Jackson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jackson County?
Unemployment Rate in Jackson County is 8.2%.