County · Iowa
Jackson County, Iowa
Jackson County, Iowa. Jackson County had 19,288 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.0% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. It holds 13 places (13 cities, villages and boroughs) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 19097.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
19,288
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 19,485 · ACS 2020-2024: 19,390
Median household income
$74,186
±$6,396 (90% margin)
Iowa: $75,059
Median home value
$175,000
±$9,493 (90% margin)
Iowa: $208,000
Median gross rent
$807
±$51 (90% margin)
Iowa: $972
How many people live in Jackson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 19,485 residents in Jackson County. The Census Bureau estimates 19,288 for July 1, 2025, down 1.0% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 19,390 over 636 square miles of land.
| Measure | Jackson County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 19,390 | 3,210,507 | −11 |
| Households | 8,242±188 | 1,315,707 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.32±0.05 | 2.36 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,282±37 | 1,437,699 | −268 |
Jackson County's population since 2000
From 20,296 in 2000 to 19,288 in 2025: down 5.0%. 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 13 places: 13 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Maquoketa with 6,027 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Maquoketa | 6,128 | $60,240 |
|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 2,363 | $79,417 |
| Preston | 949 | $74,063 |
| Sabula | 506 | $77,656 |
| Miles | 408 | $72,708 |
| AndrewGEOID 1902125 | 380 | $66,343 |
| La MotteGEOID 1943050 | 237 | $84,167 |
| SpringbrookGEOID 1974505 | 143 | $53,750 |
| MonmouthGEOID 1953265 | 129 | $51,875 |
| St. DonatusGEOID 1969960 | 120 | $44,141 |
| BaldwinGEOID 1904330 | 99 | $58,875 |
| SpraguevilleGEOID 1974460 | 92 | $77,500 |
| ZwingleGEOID 1987690 | 84 | $78,750 |
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 44.7 years old; 22.2% are under 18 and 22.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.6%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.6%. 0.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Jackson County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.7±0.7 | 38.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.2%±0.1 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.2%±0.3 pts | 18.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% | 7.3% | +0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.6%±0.6 pts | 82.3% | −1.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.6 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 2.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.6 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.6%±0.5 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.8%±0.5 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.9%±1.0 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.0%±0.8 pts | 6.5% | – |
| With a disability | 13.4%±1.4 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.7%±1.6 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.2%±1.1 pts | 93.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 19.5%±2.4 pts | 31.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±1.2 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±1.2 pts | 2.2% | – |
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 8,242 households earn less than $74,186 a year (±$6,396), against $75,059 in Iowa. In 2015-2019 it was $68,878 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Jackson County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $74,186±$6,396 | $75,059 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $96,004±$6,188 | $98,187 | – |
| Per capita income | $40,794±$2,644 | $40,877 | +$4,292 |
| People below the poverty line | 9.7%±1.7 pts | 11.1% | −3.4 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 12.2%±3.8 pts | 12.9% | −6.6 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.5%±1.9 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.0%±2.2 pts | 88.9% | – |
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 80.7% of Jackson County's occupied homes and renters 19.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $175,000 by its owner (±$9,493). The median renter pays $807 a month including utilities, and 39.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Jackson County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $175,000±$9,493 | $208,000 | +$17,225 |
| Median gross rent | $807±$51 | $972 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.8%±7.4 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,375±$63 | $1,533 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.7%±2.3 pts | 71.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,282±37 | 1,437,699 | −268 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.9%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.5%±3.1 pts | 5.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 82.3%±2.1 pts | 72.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 6.8%±1.6 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 27.3%±2.5 pts | 23.5% | – |
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 32 new housing units across Jackson County in 2025 (20 single-family), 1.7 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?
81.3% of Jackson County's workers drive alone and 10.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.1%.
| Measure | Jackson County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.8%±2.1 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.1%±2.0 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.3%±2.7 pts | 76.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 5.4%±1.6 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Walked | 2.1%±1.2 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.3%±2.0 pts | 11.3% | +3.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.8 min±1.9 | 19.8 min | no clear change |
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 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $60,625 (Tract 9506) to $86,818 (Tract 9502).
| Tract 950119097950100 | 2,505±274 | $75,139 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950219097950200 | 3,376±282 | $86,818 |
| Tract 950319097950300 | 3,209±272 | $72,105 |
| Tract 950419097950400 | 4,033±311 | $84,545 |
| Tract 950519097950500 | 3,903±308 | $61,920 |
| Tract 950619097950600 | 2,364±301 | $60,625 |
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 Iowa's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 35th of 99 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 44th of 99 |
| Residents per square mile | 39th of 99 |
| Median household income | 30th of 99 |
| Median home value | 39th of 99 |
| Median gross rent | 54th of 99 |
| Poverty rate | 56th of 99 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 79th of 99 |
| Median age | 10th of 99 |
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
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