County profile · Georgia
Jackson County, GA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Jackson County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 99,265
- +29.3% since 2020
- Households
- 28,402
- Median household income
- $89,544
- +37.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $345,000
- Jobs located here
- 45,774
- Highest market score
- 86
- Child care and preschools, #31 of 1,611 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 99,265 people live in Jackson County, in 28,402 households. Population estimates show Jackson County grew 29.3% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Jackson County is $89,544 a year, 11% above the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 37.0% 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 155, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (86).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jackson County are for child care centers and preschools (86), physical therapy clinics (84) and barbershops (84). Jackson County ranks #31 of 1,611 scored counties for child care centers and preschools.
Jackson County is part of the Jefferson area. For its number of households, Jackson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (2.3 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (45% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child care and preschools | 86 | #31 of 1,611 | 9 | 3.2 | $1.7M | 165 | 13 |
| Physical therapy | 84 | #25 of 1,422 | 8 | 2.8 | $4.3M | 178 | 6 |
| Barbershops | 84 | #41 of 1,356 | 9 | 3.2 | $3.1M | 164 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 81 | #180 of 2,070 | 19 | 6.7 | $9.6M | 103 | 8 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 80 | #93 of 1,889 | 23 | 8.1 | $5.1M | 124 | 11 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 78 | #108 of 1,656 | 14 | 4.9 | $2.4M | 137 | 20 |
| Insurance agencies | 78 | #277 of 2,272 | 42 | 14.8 | $2.1M | 163 | 28 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 76 | #126 of 1,327 | 9 | 3.2 | $3.6M | 116 | 7 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 75 | #252 of 2,405 | 285 | 100.3 | $413K | 111 | 100 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 74 | #218 of 2,063 | 29 | 10.2 | $4.1M | 110 | 11 |
| Pet stores | 73 | #131 of 974 | 7 | 2.5 | $4M | 89 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 72 | #329 of 2,405 | 163 | 57.4 | $723K | 109 | 39 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 71 | #176 of 1,302 | 7 | 2.5 | $4.9M | 156 | 6 |
| Chiropractors | 71 | #220 of 1,490 | 13 | 4.6 | $2.6M | 110 | 6 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 69 | #385 of 2,394 | 132 | 46.5 | $260K | 170 | 58 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 67 | #363 of 1,886 | 26 | 9.2 | $1.3M | 134 | 17 |
| Auto repair and car care | 67 | #482 of 2,401 | 129 | 45.4 | $249K | 93 | 37 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 66 | #336 of 1,461 | 14 | 4.9 | $2M | 79 | 7 |
| Tire shops | 66 | #384 of 1,530 | 17 | 6.0 | $1.9M | 75 | Under 3 |
| Electricians | 65 | #250 of 1,160 | 7 | 2.5 | $12.7M | 106 | 32 |
| Car washes and detailing | 65 | #352 of 1,451 | 16 | 5.6 | $2M | 80 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 65 | #608 of 2,402 | 67 | 23.6 | $2.7M | 80 | 21 |
| House cleaning | 64 | #176 of 847 | 10 | 3.5 | $4.5M | 71 | 12 |
| Gyms | 64 | #411 of 1,792 | 27 | 9.5 | $893K | 69 | 5 |
| Pet businesses | 64 | #523 of 2,200 | 41 | 14.4 | $687K | 78 | 17 |
| Pizza | 64 | #524 of 2,090 | 32 | 11.3 | $3.7M | 72 | 49 |
| Veterinarians | 63 | #442 of 1,485 | 13 | 4.6 | $2.2M | 80 | 10 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 61 | #236 of 887 | 15 | 5.3 | Index only | 79 | 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 61 | #570 of 2,088 | 44 | 15.5 | $548K | 83 | 9 |
| Pest control | 60 | #228 of 699 | 7 | 2.5 | $6.5M | 63 | 4 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 60 | #391 of 1,334 | 17 | 6.0 | $1.4M | 70 | 4 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 60 | #769 of 2,222 | 54 | 19.0 | $2.2M | 71 | 49 |
| Auto repair shops | 59 | #788 of 2,378 | 77 | 27.1 | $417K | 94 | 34 |
| Gas stations | 59 | #813 of 2,358 | 72 | 25.4 | $1.4M | 59 | 37 |
| Spas and skin care | 57 | #623 of 1,769 | 26 | 9.2 | $1.1M | 122 | 9 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 56 | #654 of 1,707 | 22 | 7.7 | $4M | 85 | 39 |
| Hair salons | 55 | #931 of 2,339 | 67 | 23.6 | $415K | 96 | 20 |
| Convenience stores | 55 | #961 of 2,261 | 39 | 13.7 | $4.7M | 59 | 13 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 54 | #843 of 2,176 | 65 | 22.9 | Index only | 130 | 39 |
| Real estate | 53 | #943 of 2,229 | 84 | 29.6 | Index only | 126 | 63 |
| Nail salons | 51 | #685 of 1,328 | 23 | 8.1 | $1.2M | 72 | 6 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 51 | #1,127 of 2,385 | 127 | 44.7 | $219K | 103 | 36 |
| Home repair trades | 50 | #1,050 of 2,057 | 46 | 16.2 | $1.9M | 80 | 84 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 49 | #746 of 1,493 | 30 | 10.6 | $1.5M | 52 | 34 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 48 | #950 of 1,771 | 47 | 16.5 | $967K | 58 | 50 |
| Roofing and gutters | 45 | #712 of 1,177 | 17 | 6.0 | $5.2M | 62 | 13 |
| Funeral homes | 43 | #912 of 1,472 | 14 | 4.9 | $266K | 39 | 5 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 39 | #1,458 of 2,087 | 94 | 33.1 | $617K | 49 | 52 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 39 | #1,568 of 2,210 | 110 | 38.7 | $527K | 60 | 52 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.4 | Index only | 207 | 6 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.4 | $8.6M | 35 | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.7 | $29M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.7 | $29M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.7 | $16.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 4 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 5 |
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 | $32.1M | $1,131 | 118 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $101M | $3,557 | 137 |
| Food away from home | $117.8M | $4,147 | 102 |
| Groceries | $181.5M | $6,390 | 101 |
| Personal care products and services | $27.8M | $979 | 97 |
| Child care and other personal services | $14.9M | $524 | 90 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $24.1M | $849 | 86 |
| Medical and dental services | $34.3M | $1,207 | 94 |
| Pets | $28.2M | $991 | 109 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $58M | $2,042 | 99 |
| Vehicle insurance | $86.2M | $3,035 | 155 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $89M | $3,134 | 104 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $45.4M | $1,600 | 113 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $460.1M | $16,199 | 97 |
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
- 99,265+29.3% since 2020
- Households
- 28,402
- Median age
- 38.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 79%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.2
- Land area
- 340 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 250
- Median household income
- $89,544+37.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $107,650
- Median home value
- $345,000
- Jobs located here
- 45,774
- Daytime population
- 93,828Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jackson County, GA growing?
Population estimates put Jackson County at 99,265 people in 2025, up 29.3% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 28,402 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 37.0%, before inflation.
How much do households in Jackson County, GA spend?
Households in Jackson County spend about $460.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $181.5M on groceries and $117.8M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Jackson County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 155, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (86).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jackson County, GA?
Of the business types scored in Jackson County, child care centers and preschools (86), physical therapy clinics (84) and barbershops (84) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For child care centers and preschools, that ranks #31 of 1,611 scored counties.
How does Jackson County, GA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Jackson County is $89,544, 11% above the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 29.3% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $345,000, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (2.3 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (45% 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. 49 of the 56 business types have a score in Jackson County, each ranked against other counties.
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