Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 128 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,472 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 2,045 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 1,781 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,521 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,181 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,586 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,531 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $793/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,845 |
| Vacant Units | 1,370 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jackson County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,227 residents. With a median age of 42.94, it is a middle-aged county.
Jackson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,586 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Jackson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $187,531 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $792. Homeownership rates are high at 76.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jackson County are primarily White (84.85%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jackson County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54611 | Alma Center | 1,301 | $71,250 | $159,500 | $890 | 8.1% | 28.9% |
| 54615 | Black River Falls | 11,054 | $63,391 | $190,200 | $782 | 5.3% | 26.7% |
| 54635 | Hixton | 1,827 | $73,250 | $187,700 | $705 | 4.5% | 30.3% |
| 54642 | Melrose | 2,360 | $71,007 | $195,600 | $800 | 4.0% | 36.6% |
| 54754 | Merrillan | 1,518 | $57,422 | $163,300 | $875 | 10.4% | 25.5% |
| 54659 | Taylor | 1,164 | $67,727 | $208,500 | $804 | 2.1% | 26.5% |