Demographics in Jackson, MS

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Jackson?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

149,827

Male

68,579

45.8%

Female

81,248

54.2%

Median Age

34.7

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

14.5%

Black

81.8%

Hispanic

2.2%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

2.3%

Other

0.9%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

18.4%

High School or Higher

34.7%

Foreign Born

1.5%

Veterans

3.7%

Married

26.0%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Jackson, MS has a population of 149,827 with a median age of 34.7. The racial makeup is 14.5% White, 2.2% Hispanic, 81.8% Black. About 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.5%.