Jackson

Jackson County, Michigan

Population 160K |Median income $66,073 |1 hospital

Population

160,060

Jackson County

Median Income

$66,073

-3% vs avg

Median Home Value

$193,700

-15% vs avg

Median Age

41.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

160K-0%

Median Income

$66,073+42%

Median Home Value

$193,700+72%

Poverty Rate

11.6%-32%

Unemployment

5.5%-56%

Economics

Median Rent

$985/mo

Poverty Rate

11.6% -18% vs avg

Unemployment 5.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 23.4%

Work From Home 9.8%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 83.1%

African American 7.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.6%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

40.8%

Obesity

39.2%

High Blood Pressure

38.9%

Physical Inactivity

27.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.5%

Binge Drinking

16%

Current Smoking

15.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.9%

Diabetes

12.5%

Current Asthma

11.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.5%

Dental Visit 64.9%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.1%

Stroke

3.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE HEALTH

JACKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Jackson Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Jackson, MI? ▼

Jackson, MI has a population of 160,060 people, located in Jackson County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Jackson? ▼

The median household income in Jackson, MI is $66,073 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.

What is the median home value in Jackson? ▼

The median home value in Jackson, MI is $193,700. Median rent is $985/month.

What are the top health concerns in Jackson? ▼

The top health indicators in Jackson include Short Sleep Duration (40.8%), Obesity (39.2%), High Blood Pressure (38.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Jackson? ▼

Jackson has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Jackson? ▼

The median age in Jackson, MI is 41.5 years. 23.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Jackson, MI is located in Jackson County, Michigan. With a population of 160K and a median household income of $66,073, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Jackson area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jackson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.