Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 19.0% ▲ 90% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 416 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,830 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 3,096 (13%) |
| Associates | 3,473 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,798 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,252 (30.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,868 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $262,685 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $860/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 24,405 |
| Vacant Units | 7,469 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jackson County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 40,993 residents. With a median age of 37.89, it is a relatively young county.
Jackson County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,867 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jackson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $262,685 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $860.
The residents of Jackson County are primarily White (82.11%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jackson County, NC is a working-class area in North Carolina. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28707 | Balsam | 580 | $44,813 | $203,900 | $531 | 0.0% | 35.1% |
| 28717 | Cashiers | 1,511 | $73,065 | $410,200 | $1,323 | 0.0% | 46.9% |
| 28723 | Cullowhee | 11,427 | $43,539 | $308,800 | $842 | 9.4% | 40.7% |
| 28736 | Glenville | 1,093 | $67,483 | $294,900 | — | 8.8% | 44.5% |
| 28779 | Sylva | 17,845 | $54,407 | $234,200 | $803 | 3.1% | 43.2% |
| 28783 | Tuckasegee | 1,915 | $49,703 | $265,200 | $940 | 0.0% | 31.2% |
| 28788 | Webster | 197 | $78,125 | $352,900 | $1,167 | 3.0% | 82.1% |
| 28789 | Whittier | 6,347 | $46,026 | $220,900 | $939 | 15.4% | 40.4% |