Jackson town, Wisconsin
Jackson town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jackson town is a geographic entity located in Adams County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,183. The land area covers 34.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,183 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 58.4 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 468 | ±58 | 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 | 1,025 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 468 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 557 | ±97 |
| Median Home Value | $203,200 | ±$28,734 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,286 | ±$179 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,500 | ±$9,522 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,786 | ±$4,306 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 149 | ±50 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 425 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.8% | ±2.5% |
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: 1,167 (2024)
ID: 177294
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
316 FISH CT, OXFORD WI 53952-9657
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GUS Population: 21,352 (2024)
ID: 136500
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 278, FRIENDSHIP WI 53934-0278
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Jackson | KG-04 | Jackson, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Adams, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Adams, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Adams, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Endeavor, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lake Delton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Lyndon Station, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Oxford, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 129 S. FRANKLIN AVE., OXFORD, WI, 53952 |
(608) 586-4458
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PACKWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | N3511 STATE ST., PACKWAUKEE, WI, 53953 |
(608) 589-5202
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ENDEAVOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 400 CHURCH ST., ENDEAVOR, WI, 53930 |
(608) 587-2902
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ETHEL EVERHARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 117 E. 3RD ST., WESTFIELD, WI, 53964 |
(608) 296-2544
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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ADAMS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 569 N. CEDAR ST., SUITE 1, ADAMS, WI, 53910 |
(608) 339-4250
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MONTELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 128 LAKE CT., MONTELLO, WI, 53949 |
(608) 297-7544
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COLOMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 155 S. FRONT ST., COLOMA, WI, 54930 |
(715) 228-2530
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PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 253 W. EDGEWATER ST., PORTAGE, WI, 53901 |
(608) 742-4959
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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 WISCONSIN DELLS, WI US, located 13.2 miles from Jackson town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.4° | 8.0° | 17.2° | 1.32" | 11.5" |
| February | 31.4° | 10.9° | 21.2° | 1.38" | 10.2" |
| March | 43.3° | 21.8° | 32.5° | 2.28" | 5.9" |
| April | 56.8° | 33.2° | 45.0° | 4.08" | 2.0" |
| May | 69.4° | 45.2° | 57.3° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 55.6° | 67.2° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 59.6° | 71.0° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.5° | 57.2° | 68.9° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.1° | 48.6° | 60.9° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.6° | 36.8° | 48.2° | 2.82" | 0.4" |
| November | 44.3° | 25.9° | 35.1° | 2.23" | 2.0" |
| December | 31.9° | 15.2° | 23.5° | 1.77" | 8.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Grand Marsh CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Easton CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Briggsville CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Packwaukee CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Endeavor village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5500137625. • 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.