Jackson city, Michigan
Jackson city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jackson city is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,022. The land area covers 10.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 31,022 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,281 | ±486 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 14,839 | ±432 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,281 | ±486 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,558 | ±285 |
| Median Home Value | $103,200 | ±$6,736 |
| Median Gross Rent | $898 | ±$47 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,558 | ±$2,084 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,996 | ±$1,302 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.6% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,487 | ±796 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,512 | ±679 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 30,920 (2024)
ID: 208299
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
161 W MICHIGAN AVE, JACKSON MI 49201-1315
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GUS Population: 160,233 (2024)
ID: 166592
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
120 W MICHIGAN AVE, STE 5B, JACKSON MI 49201-1374
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | NAPOLEON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | MICHIGAN CENTER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SPRING ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | JACKSON, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CLARKLAKE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BROOKLYN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | BROOKLYN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | BROOKLYN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CONCORD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CONCORD, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE HEALTH
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Hospital | City address association | 205 N EAST AVE, JACKSON, MI, 49201 |
(517) 788-4800
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Jackson College
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College | 5.4 mi away | 2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI, 49201-8399 |
5177870800
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JACKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 244 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE, JACKSON, MI, 49201 |
(517) 788-4087
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Spring Arbor University
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College | 8.2 mi away | 106 E. Main St, Spring Arbor, MI, 49283-9799 |
5177501200
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JACKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 244 W. MICHIGAN AVE, JACKSON, MI, 49201 |
(517) 905-1321
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Albion College
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College | 17.4 mi away | 611 E Porter St, Albion, MI, 49224 |
5176291000
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EASTERN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 3125 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE, JACKSON, MI, 49202 |
(517) 788-4074
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Hillsdale College
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College | 24.4 mi away | 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174377341
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SUMMIT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 104 WEST BIRD STREET, JACKSON, MI, 49203 |
(517) 783-4030
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MEIJER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 2699 AIRPORT ROAD, JACKSON, MI, 49202 |
(517) 788-4480
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at JACKSON REYNOLDS FLD, MI US, located 3.5 miles from Jackson city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.3° | 17.5° | 24.4° | 1.67" | — |
| February | 34.5° | 18.6° | 26.6° | 1.52" | — |
| March | 45.3° | 26.7° | 36.0° | 1.93" | — |
| April | 58.5° | 37.1° | 47.8° | 2.94" | — |
| May | 69.8° | 47.7° | 58.8° | 3.40" | — |
| June | 78.9° | 57.1° | 68.0° | 3.58" | — |
| July | 82.5° | 60.7° | 71.6° | 3.35" | — |
| August | 80.4° | 59.4° | 69.9° | 3.81" | — |
| September | 73.6° | 51.7° | 62.6° | 2.98" | — |
| October | 61.1° | 41.4° | 51.2° | 2.92" | — |
| November | 47.7° | 32.1° | 39.9° | 2.33" | — |
| December | 36.2° | 23.6° | 29.9° | 1.76" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Vandercook Lake CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Michigan Center CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Parma village | Village | 7.5 mi | — |
| Spring Arbor CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Napoleon CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2607541420. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.