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Jackson County, KS market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Jackson County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 13,438
- +1.5% since 2020
- Households
- 5,013
- Median household income
- $75,215
- +29.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $207,300
- Jobs located here
- 4,490
- Highest market score
- 80
- Auto repair shops, #122 of 2,378 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 13,438 people live in Jackson County, in 5,013 households. Population estimates show Jackson County grew 1.5% from 2020 to 2025, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Jackson County is $75,215 a year, 7% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 29.9% 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 143, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (63).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jackson County are for auto repair shops (80); salons, barbers and spas (78); and auto repair and car care businesses (78). Jackson County ranks #122 of 2,378 scored counties for auto repair shops.
Jackson County is part of the Topeka metro area. For its number of households, Jackson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for pet businesses (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto repair shops | 80 | #122 of 2,378 | 12 | 23.9 | $572K | 129 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 78 | #97 of 2,385 | 7 | 14.0 | $689K | 324 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 78 | #166 of 2,401 | 19 | 37.9 | $361K | 135 | 6 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 77 | #160 of 2,394 | 23 | 45.9 | $297K | 195 | 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 76 | #257 of 2,402 | 5 | 10.0 | $6M | 177 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 74 | #172 of 2,339 | 7 | 14.0 | $689K | 160 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 72 | #349 of 2,358 | 7 | 14.0 | $2.5M | 106 | 5 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 68 | #454 of 2,405 | 41 | 81.8 | $461K | 124 | 16 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 67 | #468 of 2,405 | 23 | 45.9 | $822K | 124 | 6 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 65 | #554 of 2,222 | 6 | 12.0 | $3.2M | 103 | 7 |
| Pizza | 48 | #1,130 of 2,090 | 7 | 14.0 | $2.7M | 53 | 7 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 48 | #1,157 of 2,176 | 9 | 18.0 | Index only | 139 | 3 |
| Real estate | 48 | #1,168 of 2,229 | 9 | 18.0 | Index only | 175 | 7 |
| Tire shops | 46 | #896 of 1,530 | 5 | 10.0 | $1.4M | 55 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 45 | #1,298 of 2,057 | 8 | 16.0 | $1.6M | 67 | 4 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 39 | #1,449 of 2,063 | 7 | 14.0 | $2.7M | 73 | 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 35 | #1,441 of 1,771 | 6 | 12.0 | $992K | 59 | 5 |
| Insurance agencies | 35 | #1,643 of 2,272 | 9 | 18.0 | $1.2M | 95 | 7 |
| Gyms | 31 | #1,483 of 1,792 | 6 | 12.0 | $669K | 51 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 30 | #1,805 of 2,088 | 11 | 21.9 | $365K | 55 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 29 | #1,915 of 2,200 | 11 | 21.9 | $371K | 42 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | 20 | #1,494 of 1,611 | 6 | 12.0 | $305K | 30 | 4 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.0 | $1.7M | 71 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.0 | $1.7M | 174 | 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.0 | $3.2M | 68 | 4 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.0 | $1M | 40 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.0 | $1.3M | 66 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.0 | $2.3M | 73 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.0 | $2.3M | 128 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.0 | $1.4M | 50 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $9.5M | Too few | 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $4.7M | Too few | 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $4.7M | Too few | 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $3.4M | Too few | 3 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $15M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $6.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $387K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $15M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $3M | Too few | 5 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $6.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.0 | $2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $4.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $6.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 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 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | 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 | $6.9M | $1,370 | 143 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $17.7M | $3,522 | 136 |
| Food away from home | $18.9M | $3,771 | 93 |
| Groceries | $29.9M | $5,972 | 95 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.8M | $963 | 96 |
| Child care and other personal services | $1.8M | $365 | 63 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4M | $801 | 81 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.8M | $1,363 | 106 |
| Pets | $4.1M | $813 | 89 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $9.5M | $1,888 | 92 |
| Vehicle insurance | $10.7M | $2,138 | 109 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $13M | $2,585 | 86 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $6M | $1,187 | 84 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $68.3M | $13,620 | 82 |
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
- 13,438+1.5% since 2020
- Households
- 5,013
- Median age
- 42.3
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 77%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.4
- Land area
- 656 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 20
- Median household income
- $75,215+29.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $90,232
- Median home value
- $207,300
- Jobs located here
- 4,490
- Daytime population
- 11,152Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jackson County, KS growing?
Population estimates put Jackson County at 13,438 people in 2025, up 1.5% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 5,013 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 29.9%, before inflation.
How much do households in Jackson County, KS spend?
Households in Jackson County spend about $68.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $29.9M on groceries and $18.9M 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 143, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (63).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jackson County, KS?
Of the business types scored in Jackson County, auto repair shops (80); salons, barbers and spas (78); and auto repair and car care businesses (78) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For auto repair shops, that ranks #122 of 2,378 scored counties.
How does Jackson County, KS compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Jackson County is $75,215, 7% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 1.5% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $207,300, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for pet businesses (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (46% 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. 22 of the 56 business types have a score in Jackson County, each ranked against other counties.
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