Jackson Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Jackson Parish, Louisiana has a population of 14,884, the 51st most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $44,925 and the median home value is $115,600. The poverty rate is 22.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jackson Parish Quick Facts
How Jackson Parish 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 | 14,939 | 14,884 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $43,345 | $44,925 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $107,400 | $115,600 | +7.6% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Jackson Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro | 4,063 | $41,786 | 35.1% | $80,300 |
| Hodge | 597 | $47,800 | 20.1% | $76,500 |
| Chatham | 534 | $37,353 | 14.4% | $42,500 |
| North Hodge | 493 | $36,012 | 40.4% | $93,800 |
| Quitman | 321 | $31,806 | 47.0% | $78,800 |
| East Hodge | 273 | $31,500 | 44.3% | $78,400 |
| Eros | 206 | $32,250 | 31.6% | $48,000 |
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Population Overview
Jackson Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 14,884. It is the 51st most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jackson Parish is 41.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jackson Parish is $44,925. This is 26% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.3%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $115,600. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Jackson Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jackson Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 23.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 7.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
14.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Jackson Parish come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Louisiana 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 Parish, Louisiana?
Jackson Parish has a population of 14,884, making it the 51st most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Jackson Parish?
The median household income in Jackson Parish is $44,925 with a poverty rate of 22.3%.
How many cities are in Jackson Parish, Louisiana?
Jackson Parish contains 7 Census-designated places.