Jackson, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jackson, Mississippi is 149,827 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 1st-largest city in Mississippi. The median household income is $43,238, the median home value is $108,200, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has declined 18.6% since 2010 (173,698 → 141,449).
149,827
Population
1342
People / sq mi
$43,238
Median Income
$108,200
Median Home Value
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Jackson covers 111.7 sq mi of land at 1342 people per square mile.
About Jackson, MS
In Jackson, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $108,200. With 149,827 residents, Jackson is a city in Mississippi. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Mississippi in the country, at #1 by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $43,238, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 20.9%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $108,200, with typical rent around $1,018.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 8.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Jackson city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jackson city had a population of 173,698 in 2010 and 141,449 in 2024, a -18.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 175,149 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -1.45%.
141,449
Population (2024)
173,698
Population (2010)
175,149
Peak (2011)
-1.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 173,698 |
| 2011 | 175,149 |
| 2012 | 174,822 |
| 2013 | 172,927 |
| 2014 | 172,014 |
| 2015 | 170,901 |
| 2016 | 169,022 |
| 2017 | 166,823 |
| 2018 | 163,772 |
| 2019 | 160,628 |
| 2020 | 153,004 |
| 2021 | 149,414 |
| 2022 | 145,782 |
| 2023 | 143,485 |
| 2024 | 141,449 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 14.5% |
| Black or African American | 81.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$43,238
Median Household Income
$26,868
Per Capita Income
20.9%
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$108,200
Median Home Value
$1,018
Median Rent
48.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.5%
High School+
28.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
75.1%
Public Transit
8.1%
Work From Home
20.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.0%
Foreign Born
97.2%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
85.4%
Health Insurance
91.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Public Administration | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Common questions about Jackson, MS
Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson, Mississippi has a population of 149,827 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 1st-largest city in Mississippi.
The median household income in Jackson, Mississippi is $43,238, with 20.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jackson, Mississippi is $108,200, with median monthly rent at $1,018 and a homeownership rate of 48.6%.
The median age in Jackson, Mississippi is 34.7 years. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.
The population has declined 18.6% since 2010 (173,698 → 141,449).
Jackson city, MS Climate
Jackson city, MS has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F) and receives about 1429 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.2°C
Avg Temp
1429
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 138 mm |
| February | 10° / 50° | 124 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 154 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 141 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 130 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 92 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 112 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 92 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 85 mm |
| October | 19° / 65° | 87 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 123 mm |
| December | 9° / 49° | 151 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Jackson city, MS
The most comfortable months to visit Jackson city, MS are typically October, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.