Jackson, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Jackson is a community in Breathitt County, Kentucky, home to about 2,015 people spread across 2.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $23,560 a year, and a typical home is worth about $77,500. About 18.6% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 10 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Jackson ranks number 170 of 552 in population, number 449 in median household income, number 446 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 85°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 23 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Campton, KY | 15.0 mi. | 272 |
| 2. | Buckhorn, KY | 16.0 mi. | 95 |
| 3. | Hazel Green, KY | 16.6 mi. | 33 |
| 4. | Booneville, KY | 18.0 mi. | 187 |
| 5. | Beattyville, KY | 18.2 mi. | 2,095 |
| 6. | Maytown, KY | 20.3 mi. | 243 |
| 7. | Salyersville, KY | 21.0 mi. | 1,708 |
| 8. | Ezel, KY | 22.8 mi. | 313 |
What is the population of Jackson, Kentucky?
Jackson has a population of about 2,015 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Jackson, Kentucky in?
Jackson is located in Breathitt County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Jackson, Kentucky?
The median home value in Jackson is about $77,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Jackson, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Jackson is about $23,560 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Jackson, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 4 tornadoes have been recorded in Breathitt County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Jackson, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 23 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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