County profile · Alabama
Jackson County, AL market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Jackson County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 54,281
- +3.3% since 2020
- Households
- 21,795
- Median household income
- $51,908
- +24.3% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $159,500
- Jobs located here
- 15,481
- Highest market score
- 84
- Insurance agencies, #146 of 2,272 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 54,281 people live in Jackson County, in 21,795 households. Population estimates put the population change in Jackson County from 2020 to 2025 at +3.3%, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Jackson County is $51,908 a year, 36% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 24.3% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Jackson County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (54).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jackson County are for insurance agencies (84); lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (78); and bakeries and dessert shops (75). Jackson County ranks #146 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
Jackson County is part of the Scottsboro area. For its number of households, Jackson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (89% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate agents and brokers (70% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Jackson County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Jackson County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 84 | #146 of 2,272 | 24 | 11.0 | $2.5M | 199 | 11 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 78 | #85 of 1,771 | 6 | 2.8 | $4.6M | 275 | 16 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 75 | #154 of 1,889 | 5 | 2.3 | $13.6M | 328 | 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 74 | #196 of 2,063 | 8 | 3.7 | $8.5M | 229 | 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 71 | #176 of 2,176 | 20 | 9.2 | Index only | 266 | 6 |
| Real estate | 69 | #231 of 2,229 | 27 | 12.4 | Index only | 248 | 9 |
| Child care and preschools | 69 | #283 of 1,611 | 6 | 2.8 | $1.2M | 119 | 4 |
| Tire shops | 67 | #350 of 1,530 | 7 | 3.2 | $3M | 120 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | 66 | #315 of 2,057 | 11 | 5.0 | $4.9M | 201 | 32 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 65 | #551 of 2,405 | 136 | 62.4 | $500K | 135 | 65 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 61 | #663 of 2,210 | 26 | 11.9 | $1.3M | 153 | 7 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 61 | #711 of 2,405 | 85 | 39.0 | $799K | 120 | 21 |
| Pizza | 59 | #673 of 2,090 | 11 | 5.0 | $6.2M | 122 | 38 |
| Chiropractors | 58 | #503 of 1,490 | 6 | 2.8 | $3.5M | 144 | 6 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 58 | #549 of 1,707 | 6 | 2.8 | $8.9M | 188 | 23 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 58 | #741 of 2,087 | 21 | 9.6 | $1.7M | 131 | 7 |
| Spas and skin care | 56 | #644 of 1,769 | 11 | 5.0 | $1.5M | 171 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 53 | #568 of 1,334 | 5 | 2.3 | $2.3M | 114 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | 53 | #584 of 1,328 | 7 | 3.2 | $2.4M | 141 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 53 | #1,068 of 2,378 | 49 | 22.5 | $429K | 96 | 21 |
| Auto repair and car care | 53 | #1,096 of 2,401 | 81 | 37.2 | $260K | 97 | 30 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 52 | #978 of 2,088 | 20 | 9.2 | $576K | 87 | 3 |
| Pet businesses | 52 | #1,020 of 2,200 | 27 | 12.4 | $589K | 67 | 6 |
| Barbershops | 49 | #713 of 1,356 | 7 | 3.2 | $2.4M | 125 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | 47 | #805 of 1,451 | 10 | 4.6 | $2.1M | 83 | 4 |
| Funeral homes | 46 | #821 of 1,472 | 9 | 4.1 | $353K | 52 | 4 |
| Gas stations | 46 | #1,374 of 2,358 | 45 | 20.6 | $1.5M | 65 | 36 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 45 | #1,342 of 2,222 | 26 | 11.9 | $2.6M | 86 | 38 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 45 | #1,445 of 2,385 | 64 | 29.4 | $257K | 121 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 44 | #1,149 of 1,792 | 15 | 6.9 | $768K | 59 | 3 |
| Convenience stores | 44 | #1,349 of 2,261 | 30 | 13.8 | $3.9M | 50 | 4 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 42 | #851 of 1,327 | 8 | 3.7 | $2.6M | 85 | 8 |
| Hair salons | 41 | #1,586 of 2,339 | 39 | 17.9 | $422K | 98 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | 39 | #1,006 of 1,485 | 10 | 4.6 | $1.6M | 58 | 6 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 37 | #1,416 of 1,886 | 22 | 10.1 | $942K | 96 | 15 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 36 | #1,761 of 2,402 | 65 | 29.8 | $1.8M | 53 | 14 |
| Grocery stores | 34 | #1,545 of 2,070 | 22 | 10.1 | $5.4M | 58 | 10 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 34 | #1,926 of 2,394 | 128 | 58.7 | $162K | 106 | 68 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 30 | #1,083 of 1,302 | 8 | 3.7 | $2.6M | 83 | 6 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 27 | #1,447 of 1,656 | 22 | 10.1 | $942K | 53 | 32 |
| Pet stores | 26 | #843 of 974 | 7 | 3.2 | $2.3M | 50 | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.8 | Index only | 186 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.8 | $4M | 156 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.4 | $9.2M | 315 | 13 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.4 | $6.9M | 288 | 9 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.4 | Index only | 174 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.4 | $17.9M | 211 | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.9 | $26.8M | Too few | 9 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.9 | $17.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.9 | $10.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.9 | $13.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.9 | $10.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.5 | $27.7M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
Household spending in Jackson County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $21M | $965 | 101 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $69.6M | $3,196 | 123 |
| Food away from home | $68M | $3,118 | 77 |
| Groceries | $117.8M | $5,404 | 86 |
| Personal care products and services | $16.5M | $755 | 75 |
| Child care and other personal services | $7.1M | $327 | 56 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $11.5M | $529 | 54 |
| Medical and dental services | $20.7M | $951 | 74 |
| Pets | $15.9M | $730 | 80 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $35M | $1,605 | 78 |
| Vehicle insurance | $59.9M | $2,749 | 140 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $53.7M | $2,462 | 82 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $27.7M | $1,269 | 90 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $289.6M | $13,289 | 80 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Jackson County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 54,281+3.3% since 2020
- Households
- 21,795
- Median age
- 43.5
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 75%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 1,078 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 49
- Median household income
- $51,908+24.3% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $70,531
- Median home value
- $159,500
- Jobs located here
- 15,481
- Daytime population
- 47,263Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jackson County, AL growing?
Population estimates put Jackson County at 54,281 people in 2025, up 3.3% since 2020, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 21,795 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 24.3%, before inflation.
How much do households in Jackson County, AL spend?
Households in Jackson County spend about $289.6M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $117.8M on groceries and $69.6M on gasoline and other fuels. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Jackson County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 140, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (54).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jackson County, AL?
Of the business types scored in Jackson County, insurance agencies (84); lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (78); and bakeries and dessert shops (75) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #146 of 2,272 scored counties.
How does Jackson County, AL compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Jackson County is $51,908, 36% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.3% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $159,500, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (89% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate agents and brokers (70% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 41 of the 56 business types have a score in Jackson County, each ranked against other counties.
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