Jacksonville, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jacksonville, Ohio had a total population of 344, the 979th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $66,875, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
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 | 343 | 344 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $64,135 | $66,875 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $74,400 | $88,100 | +18.4% |
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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jacksonville Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Athens County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | 23,396 | $38,204 | 40.0% | $247,000 |
| Nelsonville | 4,279 | $49,750 | 16.6% | $99,200 |
| The Plains | 2,748 | $59,688 | 19.0% | $233,500 |
| Glouster | 1,473 | $38,375 | 28.0% | $82,600 |
| Albany | 1,013 | $52,070 | 9.3% | $145,600 |
| Coolville | 664 | $47,333 | 18.1% | $128,600 |
| Chauncey | 655 | $35,200 | 34.7% | $74,400 |
| Stewart | 479 | N/A | 0.0% | $73,900 |
| Trimble | 466 | $47,120 | 17.6% | $60,400 |
| Buchtel | 451 | $70,000 | 13.8% | $150,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Rock | 340 | N/A | $92,500 | 28.7% | 24.7% |
| New Haven (Hamilton County) | 340 | N/A | $9,999 | 11.7% | 37.4% |
| New Pittsburg | 332 | N/A | $164,300 | 17.7% | 10.7% |
| Roachester | 351 | $69,120 | N/A | 10.0% | 13.1% |
| Austinburg | 359 | N/A | $162,500 | 13.0% | 13.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 344, 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 Ohio, within Athens County. The total population is 344. It ranks as the 979th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jacksonville is 45.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jacksonville is $66,875. This is 6% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $88,100. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Jacksonville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jacksonville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
13.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jacksonville, Ohio 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 Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. 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, Ohio?
Jacksonville, Ohio has a population of 344 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jacksonville, OH?
The median household income in Jacksonville is $66,875, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jacksonville, OH?
The poverty rate in Jacksonville is 12.2%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jacksonville, Ohio?
Jacksonville's population is 96.8% White, 0.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jacksonville, OH?
The median home value in Jacksonville is $88,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Jacksonville, Ohio?
13.4% of adults (25+) in Jacksonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.