Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 327 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,684 (49.8%) |
| Some College | 1,672 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 2,089 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,081 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,581 (18.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,941 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $140,831 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $780/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,111 |
| Vacant Units | 1,806 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jackson County is located in Ohio and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,268 residents. With a median age of 40.05, it is a middle-aged county.
Jackson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,941 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 17.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Jackson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $140,831 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $780. Homeownership rates are high at 73.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jackson County are primarily White (96.3%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jackson County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45621 | Coalton | 397 | $44,069 | $55,600 | $832 | 34.2% | 15.6% |
| 45640 | Jackson | 16,360 | $62,813 | $165,800 | $769 | 3.4% | 32.8% |
| 45656 | Oak Hill | 6,812 | $57,846 | $117,400 | $816 | 2.6% | 33.7% |
| 45692 | Wellston | 7,699 | $52,449 | $112,900 | $769 | 4.3% | 17.9% |