Jackson, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jackson, Missouri is 15,532 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 57th-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $80,435, the median home value is $227,600, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has grown 15.4% since 2010 (13,809 → 15,929).
15,532
Population
1445
People / sq mi
$80,435
Median Income
$227,600
Median Home Value
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Jackson covers 10.7 sq mi of land at 1445 people per square mile.
About Jackson, MO
Age is the most distinctive thing about Jackson: a median age of 34.7, younger than the national median. With 15,532 residents, Jackson is a city in Missouri.
Median household income is $80,435, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $227,600, with typical rent around $955.
35.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.9%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Jackson city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jackson city had a population of 13,809 in 2010 and 15,929 in 2024, a 15.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,929 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.03%.
15,929
Population (2024)
13,809
Population (2010)
15,929
Peak (2024)
1.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,809 |
| 2011 | 14,020 |
| 2012 | 14,169 |
| 2013 | 14,350 |
| 2014 | 14,602 |
| 2015 | 14,741 |
| 2016 | 14,877 |
| 2017 | 14,945 |
| 2018 | 14,969 |
| 2019 | 14,836 |
| 2020 | 15,453 |
| 2021 | 15,504 |
| 2022 | 15,723 |
| 2023 | 15,774 |
| 2024 | 15,929 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$80,435
Median Household Income
$37,258
Per Capita Income
5.2%
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$227,600
Median Home Value
$955
Median Rent
69.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
35.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
79.0%
Public Transit
10.9%
Work From Home
20.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.9%
Foreign Born
96.6%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
95.3%
Health Insurance
95.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.9% |
| Manufacturing | 11.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Construction | 4.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson, Missouri has a population of 15,532 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 57th-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Jackson, Missouri is $80,435, with 5.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jackson, Missouri is $227,600, with median monthly rent at $955 and a homeownership rate of 69.7%.
The median age in Jackson, Missouri is 34.7 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has grown 15.4% since 2010 (13,809 → 15,929).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.