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Jackson County, IN market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Jackson County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 47,370
- +1.9% since 2020
- Households
- 18,138
- Median household income
- $70,262
- +37.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $178,300
- Jobs located here
- 22,359
- Highest market score
- 81
- Chiropractors, #48 of 1,490 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 47,370 people live in Jackson County, in 18,138 households. Population estimates show Jackson County grew 1.9% from 2020 to 2025, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Jackson County is $70,262 a year, 13% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 37.1% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Jackson County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 119, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (62).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jackson County are for chiropractors (81), physical therapy clinics (73) and hair salons (73). Jackson County ranks #48 of 1,490 scored counties for chiropractors.
Jackson County is part of the Seymour area. For its number of households, Jackson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for funeral homes (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate agents and brokers (48% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiropractors | 81 | #48 of 1,490 | 5 | 2.8 | $4.9M | 206 | 3 |
| Physical therapy | 73 | #164 of 1,422 | 5 | 2.8 | $4.9M | 205 | 6 |
| Hair salons | 73 | #214 of 2,339 | 32 | 17.6 | $534K | 124 | 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 72 | #210 of 2,088 | 18 | 9.9 | $805K | 122 | 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 69 | #288 of 1,656 | 11 | 6.1 | $2.2M | 126 | 14 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 68 | #198 of 1,334 | 5 | 2.8 | $2.9M | 144 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 68 | #256 of 1,327 | 5 | 2.8 | $4.1M | 134 | 5 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 68 | #319 of 1,886 | 16 | 8.8 | $1.5M | 157 | 11 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 67 | #379 of 2,063 | 12 | 6.6 | $5.6M | 150 | 8 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 66 | #438 of 2,385 | 65 | 35.8 | $263K | 124 | 5 |
| Convenience stores | 65 | #581 of 2,261 | 13 | 7.2 | $8.2M | 104 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | 64 | #292 of 1,328 | 7 | 3.9 | $2.4M | 146 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 63 | #433 of 1,792 | 12 | 6.6 | $1.2M | 93 | 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 63 | #620 of 2,405 | 77 | 42.5 | $866K | 131 | 28 |
| Car washes and detailing | 59 | #497 of 1,451 | 9 | 5.0 | $2.3M | 91 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | 59 | #510 of 1,485 | 5 | 2.8 | $2.9M | 106 | 5 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 58 | #463 of 1,302 | 7 | 3.9 | $3.5M | 112 | 4 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 57 | #891 of 2,394 | 127 | 70.0 | $194K | 127 | 38 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 56 | #643 of 1,771 | 12 | 6.6 | $1.8M | 106 | 18 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 55 | #991 of 2,402 | 40 | 22.1 | $2.7M | 78 | 10 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 54 | #789 of 1,889 | 16 | 8.8 | $4.2M | 101 | 8 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 54 | #1,003 of 2,405 | 157 | 86.6 | $425K | 115 | 80 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 53 | #888 of 2,176 | 29 | 16.0 | Index only | 155 | 10 |
| Real estate | 53 | #925 of 2,229 | 37 | 20.4 | Index only | 153 | 14 |
| Gas stations | 53 | #1,027 of 2,358 | 24 | 13.2 | $2.2M | 93 | 25 |
| Barbershops | 50 | #697 of 1,356 | 9 | 5.0 | $1.9M | 101 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | 50 | #890 of 1,769 | 17 | 9.4 | $1M | 115 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 49 | #1,175 of 2,210 | 39 | 21.5 | $867K | 98 | 10 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 48 | #1,137 of 2,087 | 29 | 16.0 | $1.2M | 92 | 10 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 47 | #787 of 1,493 | 9 | 5.0 | $2.4M | 81 | 15 |
| Tire shops | 47 | #848 of 1,530 | 9 | 5.0 | $2.3M | 92 | 7 |
| Pet businesses | 47 | #1,254 of 2,200 | 25 | 13.8 | $574K | 65 | 8 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 45 | #848 of 1,461 | 10 | 5.5 | $1.4M | 56 | 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 44 | #1,492 of 2,378 | 55 | 30.3 | $377K | 85 | 24 |
| Auto repair and car care | 43 | #1,518 of 2,401 | 90 | 49.6 | $230K | 86 | 34 |
| Child care and preschools | 42 | #1,038 of 1,611 | 9 | 5.0 | $728K | 73 | 10 |
| Roofing and gutters | 41 | #793 of 1,177 | 8 | 4.4 | $5.9M | 69 | 3 |
| Grocery stores | 41 | #1,330 of 2,070 | 16 | 8.8 | $6.6M | 71 | 9 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 41 | #1,463 of 2,222 | 26 | 14.3 | $2.6M | 84 | 42 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 38 | #1,273 of 1,707 | 12 | 6.6 | $3.9M | 82 | 20 |
| Pizza | 38 | #1,514 of 2,090 | 19 | 10.5 | $3.5M | 69 | 42 |
| Electricians | 37 | #886 of 1,160 | 8 | 4.4 | $5.9M | 49 | 9 |
| Home repair trades | 34 | #1,734 of 2,057 | 28 | 15.4 | $1.7M | 69 | 32 |
| Pet stores | 27 | #825 of 974 | 6 | 3.3 | $2.4M | 53 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | 25 | #1,321 of 1,472 | 10 | 5.5 | $253K | 37 | 7 |
| Insurance agencies | 25 | #1,958 of 2,272 | 36 | 19.8 | $898K | 72 | 24 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.2 | Index only | 157 | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.7 | $7.1M | 111 | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.7 | Index only | 147 | 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.1 | $10.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.1 | $12.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $33.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $33.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $14.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 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 | $20.7M | $1,142 | 119 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $53.1M | $2,928 | 113 |
| Food away from home | $66.7M | $3,677 | 90 |
| Groceries | $106.3M | $5,858 | 93 |
| Personal care products and services | $17.1M | $943 | 94 |
| Child care and other personal services | $6.6M | $361 | 62 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $14.5M | $798 | 81 |
| Medical and dental services | $24.7M | $1,359 | 106 |
| Pets | $14.4M | $792 | 87 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $33.8M | $1,864 | 91 |
| Vehicle insurance | $32.3M | $1,783 | 91 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $46.9M | $2,585 | 86 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $21.3M | $1,174 | 83 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $244.5M | $13,478 | 81 |
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
- 47,370+1.9% since 2020
- Households
- 18,138
- Median age
- 39.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 73%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 510 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 91
- Median household income
- $70,262+37.1% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $84,415
- Median home value
- $178,300
- Jobs located here
- 22,359
- Daytime population
- 46,218Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jackson County, IN growing?
Population estimates put Jackson County at 47,370 people in 2025, up 1.9% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 18,138 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 37.1%, before inflation.
How much do households in Jackson County, IN spend?
Households in Jackson County spend about $244.5M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $106.3M on groceries and $66.7M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Jackson County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 119, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (62).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jackson County, IN?
Of the business types scored in Jackson County, chiropractors (81), physical therapy clinics (73) and hair salons (73) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For chiropractors, that ranks #48 of 1,490 scored counties.
How does Jackson County, IN compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Jackson County is $70,262, 13% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 1.9% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $178,300, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for funeral homes (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate agents and brokers (48% 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. 46 of the 56 business types have a score in Jackson County, each ranked against other counties.
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