Jackson County, Indiana Demographics 2026
Jackson County, Indiana has a population of 46,660, the 31st most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $70,262 and the median home value is $178,300. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jackson County Quick Facts
How Jackson County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,319 | 46,660 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $70,208 | $70,262 | +0.1% |
| Median home value | $174,500 | $178,300 | +2.2% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seymour | 22,371 | $64,426 | 15.5% | $162,800 |
| Brownstown | 3,040 | $62,756 | 10.7% | $146,600 |
| Crothersville | 1,720 | $55,909 | 26.0% | $120,300 |
| Medora | 817 | $69,231 | 5.3% | $82,300 |
| Vallonia | 411 | $82,902 | 0.0% | $148,000 |
| Freetown | 277 | N/A | 14.1% | $168,300 |
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Population Overview
Jackson County is located in Indiana with a total population of 46,660. It is the 31st most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jackson County is 38.4 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jackson County is $70,262. This is 2% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $178,300. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Jackson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jackson County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.4%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.4% vs 8.6%).
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Jackson County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Indiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jackson County, Indiana?
Jackson County has a population of 46,660, making it the 31st most populous county in Indiana.
What is the median income in Jackson County?
The median household income in Jackson County is $70,262 with a poverty rate of 12.3%.
How many cities are in Jackson County, Indiana?
Jackson County contains 6 Census-designated places.