Jacksonville, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jacksonville, Missouri had a total population of 112, the 854th largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $42,813, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 7.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Jacksonville Quick Facts
How Jacksonville 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 | 106 | 112 | +5.7% |
| Median household income | $45,000 | $42,813 | -4.9% |
How Jacksonville Compares
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: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jacksonville Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Randolph County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moberly | 13,526 | $44,145 | 18.4% | $153,100 |
| Huntsville | 1,672 | $52,727 | 17.9% | $111,400 |
| Higbee | 507 | $49,531 | 9.1% | $56,200 |
| Cairo | 245 | $63,438 | 14.7% | $134,400 |
| Renick | 119 | $34,583 | 10.9% | $106,300 |
| Clifton Hill | 76 | $49,688 | 18.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Jacksonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Heights | 111 | N/A | $260,700 | 27.0% | 26.1% |
| McFall | 111 | N/A | N/A | 26.6% | 14.4% |
| Faucett | 114 | N/A | $242,300 | 8.8% | 12.3% |
| Montreal | 114 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 64.9% |
| Aullville | 109 | N/A | $190,600 | 6.9% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 112, Jacksonville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Jacksonville is a small community located in Missouri, within Randolph County. The total population is 112. It ranks as the 854th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jacksonville is 38.3 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jacksonville is $42,813. This is 39% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. 88.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jacksonville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents.
Education
7.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jacksonville, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jacksonville, Missouri?
Jacksonville, Missouri has a population of 112 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jacksonville, MO?
The median household income in Jacksonville is $42,813, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jacksonville, MO?
The poverty rate in Jacksonville is 14.3%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jacksonville, Missouri?
Jacksonville's population is 98.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jacksonville, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Jacksonville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Jacksonville, Missouri?
7.0% of adults (25+) in Jacksonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.