Jackson township, Indiana
Jackson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jackson township is a geographic entity located in Randolph County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 544. The land area covers 30.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 544 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 60.1 yrs | ±12 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 181 | ±59 | 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 | 181 | ±59 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 181 | ±59 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $197,800 | ±$24,711 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,906 | ±$25,260 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,944 | ±$9,697 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 11 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±6.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 197 | ±79 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.3% | ±15.9% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON
GUS Population: 544 (2024)
ID: 164105
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE
6228 N. 800 E., UNION CITY IN 47390-9052
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GUS Population: 24,337 (2024)
ID: 163452
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
100 S MAIN ST, WINCHESTER IN 47394-1800
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Ansonia, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ansonia, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Ansonia, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Coldwater, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Coldwater, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Coldwater, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridgeville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Portland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Portland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Recovery, OH |
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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UNION CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 408 NORTH COLUMBIA STREET, UNION CITY, IN, 47390 |
(765) 964-4748
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RIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 308 NORTH WALNUT STREET, RIDGEVILLE, IN, 47380 |
(765) 857-2025
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WINCHESTER COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 125 NORTH EAST STREET, WINCHESTER, IN, 47394 |
(765) 584-4824
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FORT RECOVERY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 113 N. WAYNE ST., FORT RECOVERY, OH, 45846 |
(419) 375-2869
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JAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 315 NORTH SHIP STREET, PORTLAND, IN, 47371 |
(260) 726-7890
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JAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 315 NORTH SHIP STREET, PORTLAND, IN, 47371 |
(260) 726-7890
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ST. HENRY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 200 E MAIN ST, ST. HENRY, OH, 45883 |
(419) 678-3128
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FARMLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 116 SOUTH MAIN STREET, FARMLAND, IN, 47340 |
(765) 468-7292
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WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 107 NORTH MAIN STREET, LYNN, IN, 47355 |
(765) 874-1488
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GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 520 SYCAMORE ST., GREENVILLE, OH, 45331 |
(937) 548-3915
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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 WINCHESTER AIRPORT 3 E, IN US, located 7.9 miles from Jackson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.2° | 17.8° | 25.5° | 2.73" | — |
| February | 36.7° | 19.9° | 28.3° | 2.09" | — |
| March | 47.8° | 29.2° | 38.5° | 2.91" | — |
| April | 60.7° | 40.1° | 50.4° | 3.99" | — |
| May | 71.3° | 51.7° | 61.5° | 4.39" | — |
| June | 79.4° | 60.8° | 70.1° | 4.84" | — |
| July | 82.8° | 63.6° | 73.2° | 3.94" | — |
| August | 81.3° | 61.1° | 71.2° | 3.51" | — |
| September | 76.0° | 54.1° | 65.0° | 3.04" | — |
| October | 63.8° | 43.1° | 53.4° | 3.13" | — |
| November | 49.8° | 32.3° | 41.0° | 3.22" | — |
| December | 38.2° | 23.6° | 30.9° | 2.27" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saratoga town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Union City city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Union City village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Salamonia town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Ridgeville town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Winchester city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1813537350. • 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.