Jackson township, Indiana
Jackson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jackson township is a geographic entity located in Steuben County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,717. The land area covers 33.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,717 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±14.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 606 | ±121 | 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 | 866 | ±164 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 606 | ±121 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 260 | ±125 |
| Median Home Value | $182,100 | ±$34,881 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,445 | ±$337 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,250 | ±$14,427 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,856 | ±$5,354 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 134 | ±96 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 692 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.2% | ±12.2% |
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: 1,724 (2024)
ID: 164149
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
6299 W US 20, ANGOLA IN 46703
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COUNTY OF STEUBEN
GUS Population: 34,862 (2024)
ID: 163456
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONERS SECRETARY
317 S WAYNE ST, STE 2J, ANGOLA IN 46703-1958
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | STURGIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ashley, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Trine University
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College | 7.3 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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JOYCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 9490 WEST STATE ROAD 120, ORLAND, IN, 46776 |
(260) 829-6329
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 7.3 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY OF STEUBEN COUNTY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 322 SOUTH WAYNE STREET, ANGOLA, IN, 46703 |
(260) 665-3362
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 17.3 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 1004 WEST TOLEDO STREET, FREMONT, IN, 46737 |
(260) 495-7157
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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 24.3 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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LA GRANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 203 WEST SPRING STREET, LAGRANGE, IN, 46761 |
(260) 463-2841
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LAGRANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 203 WEST SPRING STREET, LAGRANGE, IN, 46761 |
(260) 463-2841
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BRONSON LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 207 NORTH MATTESON ROAD, BRONSON, MI, 49028 |
(517) 369-3785
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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 ANGOLA, IN US, located 6.6 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 | 30.5° | 16.0° | 23.3° | 2.57" | 11.8" |
| February | 33.9° | 17.2° | 25.6° | 2.31" | 10.3" |
| March | 44.8° | 25.5° | 35.1° | 2.49" | 5.3" |
| April | 57.7° | 36.0° | 46.8° | 3.59" | 1.0" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.8° | 58.6° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 57.8° | 68.1° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.8° | 61.2° | 71.5° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.0° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 51.2° | 62.4° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.9° | 40.4° | 50.7° | 2.95" | 0.1" |
| November | 47.1° | 30.4° | 38.8° | 3.00" | 2.3" |
| December | 35.7° | 22.2° | 28.9° | 2.51" | 8.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Lake CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Holiday Woods CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Wildwood CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Orland town | Town | 5.2 mi | — |
| Jimmerson Lake CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Stroh CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1815137458. • 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.