Jackson County, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 5th-largest in Mississippi
The population of Jackson County, Mississippi is 144,437 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest county in Mississippi. The median household income is $64,756, the median home value is $181,700, and the median age is 39.7.
The population of Jackson County has grown 5.4% since 2010 (139,479 → 147,002), a +0.38% annualized rate.
144,437
Population
+0.38%
Annual growth
200
People / sq mi
$64,756
Median Income
$181,700
Median Home Value
Jackson County covers 723 sq mi of land at 199.8 people per square mile.
About Jackson County, MS
Jackson County is a county in Mississippi with a population of 144,437. It ranks #5 among counties in Mississippi by population. The median age is 39.7, in line with the national median. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The median household income in Jackson County is $64,756, below the US median of $74,580. 10.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $181,700, with monthly rent averaging $1,087. The homeownership rate of 72.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Jackson County reflects 24.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 6.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 25.7 minutes each way.
Jackson County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Jackson County had a population of 139,479 in 2010 and 147,002 in 2024, a 5.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 147,002 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.38%.
147,002
Population (2024)
139,479
Population (2010)
147,002
Peak (2024)
0.38%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 139,479 |
| 2011 | 140,058 |
| 2012 | 140,000 |
| 2013 | 140,393 |
| 2014 | 141,511 |
| 2015 | 141,443 |
| 2016 | 141,680 |
| 2017 | 142,355 |
| 2018 | 143,137 |
| 2019 | 143,387 |
| 2020 | 143,378 |
| 2021 | 144,482 |
| 2022 | 145,218 |
| 2023 | 146,165 |
| 2024 | 147,002 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 68.3% |
| Black or African American | 20.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.7
Median Age
50.7%
Female
49.3%
Male
16.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.7% · Seniors (65+): 16.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $64,756+$9,841 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,693 |
| Per-capita income | $34,116 |
| Poverty rate | 10.6%-3.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Jackson County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.5%
Carpool
83.6%
Public transit
6.2%
Work from home
25.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$181,700+$20,300 vs state
Median home value
$1,087
Median rent
72.0%
Homeownership rate
62,994
Total housing units
90.5%
Occupied
9.5%
Vacant
28.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.4%
With health insurance
94.9%
With broadband internet
34.5%
Foreign-born
10.4%
Veterans (18+)
21.0%
With a disability
93.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.8%
High School+
24.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jackson County, Mississippi has a population of 144,437 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest county in Mississippi. Population density is 200 people per square mile.
The population of Jackson County has grown 5.4% since 2010 (139,479 → 147,002), a +0.38% annualized rate.
The median household income in Jackson County, Mississippi is $64,756, with mean (average) household income of $85,693 and per-capita income of $34,116. 10.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Jackson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (68.3%), Black or African American (20.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Jackson County, Mississippi is 39.7 years. Residents are 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
The median home value in Jackson County is $181,700 and median monthly rent is $1,087. 72.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 62,994 total housing units, 9.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Jackson County, Mississippi is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.
Jackson is among the largest cities associated with Jackson County, Mississippi, with a population of 149,827.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.