Jackson County, Kansas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 35th-largest in Kansas
The population of Jackson County, Kansas is 13,277 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest county in Kansas. The median household income is $72,703, the median home value is $193,600, and the median age is 41.0.
The population of Jackson County has grown 0.5% since 2010 (13,461 → 13,525), a +0.03% annualized rate.
13,277
Population
+0.03%
Annual growth
20
People / sq mi
$72,703
Median Income
$193,600
Median Home Value
Jackson County covers 656 sq mi of land at 20.2 people per square mile.
About Jackson County, KS
The poverty rate is what most separates Jackson County from the typical county: 5.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Jackson County is a county in Kansas with a population of 13,277. It ranks #35 among counties in Kansas by population.
Households take in a median $72,703, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 5.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $193,600, with typical rent around $856.
21.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.1%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Jackson County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Jackson County had a population of 13,461 in 2010 and 13,525 in 2024, a 0.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,525 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.04%.
13,525
Population (2024)
13,461
Population (2010)
13,525
Peak (2024)
0.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,461 |
| 2011 | 13,429 |
| 2012 | 13,402 |
| 2013 | 13,312 |
| 2014 | 13,441 |
| 2015 | 13,286 |
| 2016 | 13,274 |
| 2017 | 13,347 |
| 2018 | 13,288 |
| 2019 | 13,164 |
| 2020 | 13,238 |
| 2021 | 13,264 |
| 2022 | 13,285 |
| 2023 | 13,392 |
| 2024 | 13,525 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.0
Median Age
49.0%
Female
51.0%
Male
19.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.9% · Seniors (65+): 19.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,703+$64 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,712 |
| Per-capita income | $34,051 |
| Poverty rate | 5.0%-2.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Jackson County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.5%
Carpool
75.2%
Public transit
6.1%
Work from home
29.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$193,600$-9,800 vs state
Median home value
$856
Median rent
78.2%
Homeownership rate
5,615
Total housing units
90.8%
Occupied
9.2%
Vacant
21.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.9%
With health insurance
94.5%
With broadband internet
20.4%
Foreign-born
10.6%
Veterans (18+)
15.6%
With a disability
96.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.0%
High School+
21.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson County, Kansas has a population of 13,277 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest county in Kansas. Population density is 20 people per square mile.
The population of Jackson County has grown 0.5% since 2010 (13,461 → 13,525), a +0.03% annualized rate.
The median household income in Jackson County, Kansas is $72,703, with mean (average) household income of $85,712 and per-capita income of $34,051. 5.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Jackson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.5%), Hispanic or Latino (9.5%), Black or African American (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Jackson County, Kansas is 41.0 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.
The median home value in Jackson County is $193,600 and median monthly rent is $856. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,615 total housing units, 9.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Jackson County, Kansas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.1%.
Wichita is among the largest cities associated with Jackson County, Kansas, with a population of 396,488.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.