Jackson, Alabama

Quick Statistics

Jackson is a community in Clarke County, Alabama, home to about 4,589 people spread across 15.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $25,946 a year, and a typical home is worth about $130,900. About 24.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 89.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 12 percent over the past decade.

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4,589
Total Population
▼ down 12% since 2012
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15.64 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$25,946
Median Personal Income
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$130,900
Median Home Value
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24.6%
College Educated
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89.1%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 5.7 points since 2010
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Among the Alabama towns GeoStat tracks, Jackson ranks number 130 of 592 in population, number 456 in median household income, number 320 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Jackson typically top out near 91°F in July, while January nights average about 36°F. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Jackson
# Town Distance Population
1.Leroy, AL5.5 mi.1,075
2.Rockville, AL9.2 mi.223
3.St. Stephens, AL9.9 mi.297
4.Carlton, AL13.1 mi.35
5.Whatley, AL13.2 mi.162
6.Grove Hill, AL13.4 mi.2,341
7.Hobson, AL15.6 mi.181
8.Coffeeville, AL19.8 mi.237
Frequently Asked Questions About Jackson

What is the population of Jackson, Alabama?
Jackson has a population of about 4,589 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Jackson, Alabama in?
Jackson is located in Clarke County, Alabama.

What is the median home value in Jackson, Alabama?
The median home value in Jackson is about $130,900, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Jackson, Alabama?
The median personal income in Jackson is about $25,946 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Jackson, Alabama?
Since 1950, 41 tornadoes have been recorded in Clarke County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Jackson, Alabama?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 36 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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