Jackson County's 2026 population is estimated at 13,798, reflecting a 1.62% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Jackson County is the 79th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 13,476 and has grown 2.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.8 years
Female: 40.4 years
Male: 41.6 years
There are 9,975 adults, (2,378 of whom are seniors) in Jackson County.
Female: 6,707 (51.3%)
Male: 6,379 (48.7%)
The racial composition of Jackson County includes 96.81% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, Native American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,668 | 96.81% |
| Two or more races | 360 | 2.75% |
| Black or African American | 30 | 0.23% |
| Native American | 19 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.05% |
| Other race | 3 | 0.02% |
Jackson County 's average per capita income is $38,429. Household income levels show a median of $40,000. The poverty rate stands at 19.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $65,417 | - |
| Families | $56,758 | $68,469 |
| Households | $40,000 | $55,900 |
| Non Families | $16,170 | $26,814 |
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