County · Oklahoma
Jackson County, Oklahoma
Jackson County, Oklahoma. Jackson County had 24,764 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.1% since 2020, while Oklahoma grew 4.1%. It holds 9 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs) and 8 census tracts. GEOID 40065.
Jackson County is the county of the Altus, OK micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
24,764
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 24,785 · ACS 2020-2024: 24,678
Median household income
$62,799
±$5,005 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $65,039
Median home value
$158,400
±$8,129 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $199,800
Median gross rent
$842
±$45 (90% margin)
Oklahoma: $1,014
How many people live in Jackson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 24,785 residents in Jackson County. The Census Bureau estimates 24,764 for July 1, 2025, down 0.1% since 2020, while Oklahoma grew 4.1%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 24,678 over 803 square miles of land.
| Measure | Jackson County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 24,678 | 4,028,634 | −385 |
| Households | 9,775±253 | 1,562,389 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.44±0.06 | 2.50 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,072±93 | 1,775,127 | no clear change |
Jackson County's population since 2000
From 28,439 in 2000 to 24,764 in 2025: down 12.9%. 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 9 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Altus with 18,707 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Altus | 18,729 | $55,295 |
|---|---|---|
| Blair | 727 | $49,063 |
| Olustee | 468 | $63,145 |
| East Duke | 394 | $67,917 |
| Eldorado | 317 | $51,250 |
| Martha | 162 | $64,375 |
| HeadrickGEOID 4033300 | 74 | $63,750 |
| ElmerGEOID 4023550 | 65 | not published |
| FriendshipGEOID 4027900 | 23 | $59,375 |
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 35.1 years old; 24.9% are under 18 and 15.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 61.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 25.0%. 6.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Jackson County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35.1±0.2 | 37.0 | +1.0 |
| Under 18 years | 24.9%±0.2 pts | 24.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.6%±0.2 pts | 16.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 25.0% | 12.7% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 61.1%±0.3 pts | 62.1% | −1.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.8%±0.8 pts | 6.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±0.2 pts | 2.4% | +0.5 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.3%±0.9 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 6.4%±1.1 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 17.0%±1.4 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 14.6%±1.6 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 17.7%±1.7 pts | 17.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.0%±1.8 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 86.6%±1.6 pts | 89.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.8%±2.5 pts | 28.3% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.4%±1.6 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 5.8%±1.7 pts | 2.7% | – |
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 9,775 households earn less than $62,799 a year (±$5,005), against $65,039 in Oklahoma. In 2015-2019 it was $61,169 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Jackson County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,799±$5,005 | $65,039 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $80,958±$3,833 | $88,936 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,346±$1,506 | $35,624 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 16.2%±2.4 pts | 15.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 21.5%±4.6 pts | 20.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.3%±2.1 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.5%±1.9 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 59.2% of Jackson County's occupied homes and renters 40.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $158,400 by its owner (±$8,129). The median renter pays $842 a month including utilities, and 23.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Jackson County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $158,400±$8,129 | $199,800 | +$27,331 |
| Median gross rent | $842±$45 | $1,014 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 23.9%±4.2 pts | 37.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,506±$109 | $1,539 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 59.2%±2.9 pts | 65.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,072±93 | 1,775,127 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.6%±1.6 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.3%±3.0 pts | 6.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 81.9%±2.0 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.3%±0.8 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.1%±1.1 pts | 6.9% | – |
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 20 new housing units across Jackson County in 2025 (20 single-family), 0.8 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 5.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 13.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.6%.
| Measure | Jackson County | Oklahoma | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 65.3%±2.0 pts | 61.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.6%±1.4 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.0%±2.6 pts | 77.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.8%±1.9 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.7%±0.8 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.4%±1.6 pts | 9.4% | +3.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 13.1 min±1.0 | 22.4 min | −2.1 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 8 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $37,216 (Tract 9686) to $95,417 (Tract 9681).
| Tract 968140065968100 | 2,499±211 | $95,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 968240065968200 | 1,327±152 | $71,442 |
| Tract 968340065968300 | 1,632±196 | $63,359 |
| Tract 968440065968400 | 5,481±498 | $86,371 |
| Tract 968540065968500 | 4,206±465 | $76,818 |
| Tract 968640065968600 | 4,385±460 | $37,216 |
| Tract 968740065968700 | 1,681±336 | $40,938 |
| Tract 968840065968800 | 3,467±412 | $47,708 |
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 Oklahoma's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 36th of 77 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 47th of 77 |
| Residents per square mile | 35th of 77 |
| Median household income | 23rd of 77 |
| Median home value | 31st of 77 |
| Median gross rent | 34th of 77 |
| Poverty rate | 44th of 77 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19th of 77 |
| Median age | 72nd of 77 |
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.