Jackson, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jackson, Tennessee is 68,098 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $51,552, the median home value is $195,000, and the median age is 35.3.
The population has grown 3.7% since 2010 (66,814 → 69,303).
68,098
Population
1160
People / sq mi
$51,552
Median Income
$195,000
Median Home Value
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Jackson covers 58.7 sq mi of land at 1160 people per square mile.
About Jackson, TN
The poverty rate is what most separates Jackson from the typical city: 19.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Jackson is a city in Tennessee with a population of 68,098. It is the #9-largest of all cities in Tennessee nationally.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $51,552, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 19.6%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $195,000, with typical rent around $1,094.
Roughly 26.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 9.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Jackson: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Jackson city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jackson city had a population of 66,814 in 2010 and 69,303 in 2024, a 3.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 69,303 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.26%.
69,303
Population (2024)
66,814
Population (2010)
69,303
Peak (2024)
0.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 66,814 |
| 2011 | 66,726 |
| 2012 | 67,018 |
| 2013 | 67,467 |
| 2014 | 67,112 |
| 2015 | 66,760 |
| 2016 | 66,718 |
| 2017 | 66,748 |
| 2018 | 66,952 |
| 2019 | 67,191 |
| 2020 | 68,200 |
| 2021 | 67,881 |
| 2022 | 68,365 |
| 2023 | 68,391 |
| 2024 | 69,303 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.1% |
| Black or African American | 44.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$51,552
Median Household Income
$29,887
Per Capita Income
19.6%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$195,000
Median Home Value
$1,094
Median Rent
52.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.5%
High School+
26.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
70.2%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
17.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.9%
Foreign Born
94.7%
Non-English at Home
5.8%
Veterans
16.6%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
91.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.8% |
| Manufacturing | 17.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Construction | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson, Tennessee has a population of 68,098 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest city in Tennessee.
The median household income in Jackson, Tennessee is $51,552, with 19.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jackson, Tennessee is $195,000, with median monthly rent at $1,094 and a homeownership rate of 52.2%.
The median age in Jackson, Tennessee is 35.3 years. The population is 46.9% male and 53.1% female.
The population has grown 3.7% since 2010 (66,814 → 69,303).
Jackson city, TN Climate
Jackson city, TN has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 1362 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.4°C
Avg Temp
1362
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 102 mm |
| February | 5° / 42° | 107 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 135 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 125 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 140 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 112 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 114 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 80 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 101 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 84 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 127 mm |
| December | 5° / 41° | 135 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, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Jackson city, TN are typically September, May and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). May 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.