Jackson, Tennessee
Quick Statistics
Jackson is a community in Madison County, Tennessee, home to about 68,435 people spread across 58.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $30,396 a year, and a typical home is worth about $217,800. About 34.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 5 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Tennessee towns GeoStat tracks, Jackson ranks number 9 of 502 in population, number 273 in median household income, number 186 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 27°F. The area sees roughly 3 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Three Way, TN | 8.2 mi. | 2,008 |
| 2. | Medina, TN | 11.5 mi. | 5,407 |
| 3. | Gadsden, TN | 12.0 mi. | 459 |
| 4. | Humboldt, TN | 12.6 mi. | 7,787 |
| 5. | Medon, TN | 14.0 mi. | 201 |
| 6. | Bells, TN | 14.7 mi. | 2,373 |
| 7. | Gibson, TN | 15.2 mi. | 479 |
| 8. | Henderson, TN | 17.7 mi. | 6,411 |
What is the population of Jackson, Tennessee?
Jackson has a population of about 68,435 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Jackson, Tennessee in?
Jackson is located in Madison County, Tennessee.
What is the median home value in Jackson, Tennessee?
The median home value in Jackson is about $217,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Jackson, Tennessee?
The median personal income in Jackson is about $30,396 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Jackson, Tennessee?
Since 1950, 33 tornadoes have been recorded in Madison County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Jackson, Tennessee?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 3 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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