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Jackson County, Florida
Jackson County, Florida. Jackson County had 49,629 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.9% since 2020, slower than Florida (+8.9%). It holds 11 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs) and 13 census tracts. GEOID 12063.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
49,629
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 47,319 · ACS 2020-2024: 48,250
Median household income
$49,149
±$2,764 (90% margin)
Florida: $74,568
Median home value
$120,800
±$6,668 (90% margin)
Florida: $359,000
Median gross rent
$865
±$52 (90% margin)
Florida: $1,669
How many people live in Jackson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 47,319 residents in Jackson County. The Census Bureau estimates 49,629 for July 1, 2025, up 4.9% since 2020, slower than Florida (+8.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 48,250 over 918 square miles of land.
| Measure | Jackson County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 48,250 | 22,416,077 | +305 |
| Households | 17,276±383 | 8,752,810 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.38±0.05 | 2.51 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 20,145±48 | 10,256,470 | −957 |
Jackson County's population since 2000
From 46,755 in 2000 to 49,629 in 2025: up 6.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Jackson County?
Jackson County holds 11 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Marianna with 7,289 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Marianna | 6,245 | $40,414 |
|---|---|---|
| Graceville | 2,153 | $41,641 |
| Malone | 1,959 | $45,000 |
| Sneads | 1,699 | $38,889 |
| Grand Ridge | 882 | $68,750 |
| Cottondale | 848 | $36,959 |
| Greenwood | 539 | $46,023 |
| AlfordGEOID 1200625 | 484 | $49,157 |
| Jacob CityGEOID 1235200 | 217 | $37,917 |
| Campbellton | 191 | $50,208 |
| BascomGEOID 1203725 | 87 | $74,000 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Jackson County?
The median resident of Jackson County is 43.0 years old; 18.9% are under 18 and 20.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 63.6%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 25.2%. 2.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Jackson County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.0±0.4 | 42.6 | +1.3 |
| Under 18 years | 18.9%±0.2 pts | 19.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.9%±0.3 pts | 21.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.4% | 27.4% | +0.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 63.6%±0.8 pts | 50.4% | −1.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 25.2%±0.6 pts | 14.6% | −1.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.3 pts | 2.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.8%±1.2 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.1%±0.4 pts | 21.9% | −0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 6.0%±0.7 pts | 30.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±0.9 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 17.8%±1.2 pts | 13.7% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.6%±1.3 pts | 11.5% | −2.7 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.9%±1.7 pts | 89.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 15.1%±1.7 pts | 34.1% | +2.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.1%±1.0 pts | 12.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.8%±0.5 pts | 2.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Jackson County earn?
Half of Jackson County's 17,276 households earn less than $49,149 a year (±$2,764), against $74,568 in Florida. In 2015-2019 it was $49,070 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Jackson County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $49,149±$2,764 | $74,568 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $63,473±$3,086 | $105,967 | – |
| Per capita income | $24,086±$1,137 | $42,609 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 19.5%±2.8 pts | 12.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 31.3%±7.0 pts | 16.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 18.7%±2.2 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.0%±2.2 pts | 91.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Jackson County?
Owners occupy 75.9% of Jackson County's occupied homes and renters 24.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $120,800 by its owner (±$6,668). The median renter pays $865 a month including utilities, and 44.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Jackson County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $120,800±$6,668 | $359,000 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $865±$52 | $1,669 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.6%±7.8 pts | 50.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,164±$72 | $1,959 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.9%±2.3 pts | 67.6% | +6.1 pts |
| Housing units | 20,145±48 | 10,256,470 | −957 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.2%±1.0 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.5%±4.6 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 65.4%±2.7 pts | 54.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 27.7%±2.5 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.2%±0.7 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 4.4%±1.1 pts | 1.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Jackson County building?
Builders took permits for 98 new housing units across Jackson County in 2025 (96 single-family), 2.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Jackson County get to work?
83.7% of Jackson County's workers drive alone and 6.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 27.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.5%.
| Measure | Jackson County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 44.1%±1.9 pts | 59.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5%±1.5 pts | 4.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 83.7%±2.2 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.1%±1.4 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.7 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.9%±1.7 pts | 15.7% | +3.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 27.4 min±1.3 | 28.0 min | +2.9 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Jackson County's census tracts?
Jackson County is divided into 13 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $36,536 (Tract 2106) to $62,794 (Tract 2103.01).
| Tract 210112063210100 | 3,348±296 | $49,943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 210212063210200 | 1,183±291 | $46,500 |
| Tract 2103.0112063210301 | 4,511±447 | $62,794 |
| Tract 2103.0212063210302 | 2,259±234 | $41,875 |
| Tract 210412063210400 | 3,736±512 | $46,744 |
| Tract 210512063210500 | 3,803±560 | $51,129 |
| Tract 210612063210600 | 5,564±515 | $36,536 |
| Tract 210712063210700 | 4,411±621 | $62,222 |
| Tract 210812063210800 | 4,909±532 | $48,082 |
| Tract 2109.0112063210901 | 1,777±313 | $45,086 |
| Tract 2109.0212063210902 | 4,272±317 | $47,431 |
| Tract 211012063211000 | 4,756±621 | $52,965 |
| Tract 211112063211100 | 3,721±423 | $49,245 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Jackson County compare with Florida's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 42nd of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 47th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 49th of 67 |
| Median household income | 62nd of 67 |
| Median home value | 63rd of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 60th of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 12th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 54th of 67 |
| Median age | 37th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Jackson County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.