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Jackson County, Ohio
Jackson County, Ohio. Jackson County had 32,817 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.5% since 2020, in line with Ohio (+0.9%). It holds 16 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 12 towns and townships) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 39079.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
32,817
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 32,653 · ACS 2020-2024: 32,650
Median household income
$57,106
±$5,476 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$150,700
±$10,580 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$769
±$38 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Jackson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 32,653 residents in Jackson County. The Census Bureau estimates 32,817 for July 1, 2025, up 0.5% since 2020, in line with Ohio (+0.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 32,650 over 420 square miles of land.
| Measure | Jackson County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 32,650 | 11,810,293 | +200 |
| Households | 12,933±355 | 4,863,191 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.50±0.07 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 14,548±30 | 5,292,391 | −304 |
Jackson County's population since 2000
From 32,641 in 2000 to 32,817 in 2025: up 0.5%. 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 16 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 12 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Jackson with 6,233 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Jackson | 6,252 | $53,538 |
|---|---|---|
| Wellston | 5,412 | $56,193 |
| Jefferson Township, Jackson County | 3,509 | $54,773 |
| Lick Township | 2,600 | $46,078 |
| Franklin Township, Jackson County | 2,290 | $54,333 |
| Madison Township, Jackson County | 2,090 | $71,288 |
| Coal Township, Jackson County | 1,996 | $55,647 |
| Scioto Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907970856 | 1,949 | $73,485 |
| Liberty Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907943204 | 1,811 | $64,670 |
| Oak Hill | 1,407 | $44,821 |
| Jackson Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907937856 | 1,214 | $51,685 |
| Bloomfield Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907907090 | 1,155 | $48,397 |
| Milton Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907950624 | 1,034 | not published |
| Washington Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907981382 | 796 | $47,656 |
| Hamilton Township, Jackson CountyGEOID 3907933040 | 545 | $63,304 |
| Coalton | 445 | $45,955 |
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 40.0 years old; 23.8% are under 18 and 17.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 95.3%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.0%.
| Measure | Jackson County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.0±0.7 | 39.7 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.8%±0.3 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 17.9%±0.3 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% | 4.8% | −0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 95.3%±0.3 pts | 75.8% | −0.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.5 pts | 2.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.0%±0.5 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.8%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.6%±1.5 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 23.1%±2.5 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.9%±2.2 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 86.5%±2.2 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 15.9%±1.9 pts | 31.5% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.6%±1.3 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 1.6% | – |
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 12,933 households earn less than $57,106 a year (±$5,476), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 it was $58,519 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Jackson County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $57,106±$5,476 | $71,389 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $76,248±$8,924 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,379±$3,229 | $40,552 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.5%±3.8 pts | 13.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 22.0%±7.3 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.0%±3.1 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.3%±2.3 pts | 90.1% | – |
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 73.9% of Jackson County's occupied homes and renters 26.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $150,700 by its owner (±$10,580). The median renter pays $769 a month including utilities, and 43.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Jackson County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $150,700±$10,580 | $214,800 | +$30,830 |
| Median gross rent | $769±$38 | $1,034 | −$97 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.3%±8.6 pts | 37.3% | +13.5 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,234±$68 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.9%±2.9 pts | 67.2% | +4.7 pts |
| Housing units | 14,548±30 | 5,292,391 | −304 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.1%±2.7 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.2%±3.6 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 19.0%±2.9 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 15.9%±3.2 pts | 19.0% | – |
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 30 new housing units across Jackson County in 2025 (30 single-family), 0.9 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?
81.0% of Jackson County's workers drive alone and 6.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 29.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Jackson County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.5%±3.2 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±1.3 pts | 4.8% | −4.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 81.0%±3.1 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.1%±2.3 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 2.6%±1.0 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.0%±1.8 pts | 13.0% | +3.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 29.4 min±2.6 | 23.4 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 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,128 (Tract 9576) to $68,240 (Tract 9577).
| Tract 957239079957200 | 4,810±389 | $52,049 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 957339079957300 | 3,192±494 | $55,149 |
| Tract 957439079957400 | 5,180±680 | $63,706 |
| Tract 957539079957500 | 6,117±646 | $55,063 |
| Tract 957639079957600 | 2,508±453 | $47,128 |
| Tract 957739079957700 | 5,575±646 | $68,240 |
| Tract 957839079957800 | 5,268±669 | $52,462 |
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 Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 71st of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 30th of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 68th of 88 |
| Median household income | 75th of 88 |
| Median home value | 77th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 79th of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 8th of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 74th of 88 |
| Median age | 68th of 88 |
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.