County profile · Oklahoma
Jackson County, OK market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Jackson County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 24,764
- +0.1% since 2020
- Households
- 9,775
- Median household income
- $62,799
- +26.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $158,400
- Jobs located here
- 8,018
- Highest market score
- 72
- Lawn, cleaning and pest control, #197 of 1,771 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 24,764 people live in Jackson County, in 9,775 households. Population estimates put the population change in Jackson County from 2020 to 2025 at +0.1%, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Jackson County is $62,799 a year, 22% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 26.4% 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 126, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (61).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Jackson County are for lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (72); real estate agents and brokers (53); and real estate businesses (53). Jackson County ranks #197 of 1,771 scored counties for lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies.
Jackson County is part of the Altus area. For its number of households, Jackson County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (2.4 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 72 | #197 of 1,771 | 6 | 6.1 | $2.2M | 132 | 5 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 53 | #903 of 2,176 | 19 | 19.4 | Index only | 133 | 3 |
| Real estate | 53 | #942 of 2,229 | 25 | 25.6 | Index only | 127 | 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 52 | #1,089 of 2,394 | 46 | 47.1 | $217K | 143 | 12 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 51 | #812 of 1,656 | 6 | 6.1 | $1.7M | 94 | 4 |
| Home repair trades | 51 | #978 of 2,057 | 10 | 10.2 | $2.6M | 106 | 16 |
| Pet businesses | 50 | #1,108 of 2,200 | 12 | 12.3 | $652K | 74 | 4 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 49 | #953 of 1,886 | 6 | 6.1 | $1.7M | 169 | 8 |
| Insurance agencies | 48 | #1,168 of 2,272 | 14 | 14.3 | $1.7M | 137 | 13 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 47 | #1,340 of 2,402 | 27 | 27.6 | $2.1M | 61 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 42 | #1,630 of 2,385 | 37 | 37.9 | $216K | 101 | 5 |
| Hair salons | 40 | #1,632 of 2,339 | 18 | 18.4 | $444K | 103 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 40 | #1,646 of 2,378 | 20 | 20.5 | $428K | 96 | 10 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 38 | #1,381 of 1,889 | 12 | 12.3 | $2.8M | 67 | 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 38 | #1,498 of 2,063 | 14 | 14.3 | $2.4M | 64 | 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 37 | #1,302 of 1,707 | 7 | 7.2 | $3.7M | 77 | 9 |
| Gas stations | 37 | #1,703 of 2,358 | 16 | 16.4 | $1.7M | 73 | 15 |
| Spas and skin care | 35 | #1,409 of 1,769 | 8 | 8.2 | $998K | 114 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 32 | #1,949 of 2,401 | 37 | 37.9 | $231K | 86 | 16 |
| Pizza | 31 | #1,760 of 2,090 | 10 | 10.2 | $3.3M | 65 | 20 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 31 | #1,809 of 2,222 | 15 | 15.3 | $2.2M | 73 | 20 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 29 | #1,831 of 2,088 | 20 | 20.5 | $294K | 44 | 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 29 | #2,075 of 2,405 | 114 | 116.6 | $292K | 79 | 41 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 29 | #2,081 of 2,405 | 61 | 62.4 | $545K | 82 | 18 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 27 | #1,247 of 1,461 | 6 | 6.1 | $1.3M | 51 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 23 | #1,980 of 2,261 | 19 | 19.4 | $2.9M | 37 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | 22 | #1,453 of 1,611 | 7 | 7.2 | $515K | 51 | 8 |
| Gyms | 22 | #1,652 of 1,792 | 11 | 11.3 | $534K | 41 | 3 |
| Nail salons | 20 | #1,236 of 1,328 | 7 | 7.2 | $1.1M | 68 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 18 | #2,117 of 2,210 | 32 | 32.7 | $524K | 60 | 14 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 17 | #1,999 of 2,087 | 28 | 28.6 | $599K | 47 | 14 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 15 | #1,249 of 1,302 | 7 | 7.2 | $1.4M | 46 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | 15 | #1,399 of 1,451 | 9 | 9.2 | $952K | 38 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 12 | #1,305 of 1,334 | 7 | 7.2 | $840K | 42 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.1 | $2M | 106 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.1 | $13.9M | 150 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.1 | $2.1M | 86 | 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.1 | $2M | 72 | 4 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | $2.9M | 93 | 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | $439K | 65 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | $4.4M | 151 | 5 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | Index only | 117 | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | $4.4M | 43 | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.1 | Index only | 82 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.0 | $5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.0 | $12.8M | Too few | 7 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.0 | $8.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.0 | $5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.0 | $2.9M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.0 | $16.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.0 | $8.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.0 | $25.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | 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 | $8.6M | $876 | 91 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $28M | $2,864 | 110 |
| Food away from home | $33.2M | $3,400 | 84 |
| Groceries | $55.6M | $5,692 | 90 |
| Personal care products and services | $8M | $817 | 81 |
| Child care and other personal services | $3.6M | $369 | 63 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $5.9M | $601 | 61 |
| Medical and dental services | $10M | $1,023 | 79 |
| Pets | $7.8M | $801 | 88 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $16.8M | $1,715 | 83 |
| Vehicle insurance | $24.1M | $2,464 | 126 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $25.7M | $2,626 | 87 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $13.3M | $1,357 | 96 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $137.3M | $14,047 | 84 |
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
- 24,764+0.1% since 2020
- Households
- 9,775
- Median age
- 37.4
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 59%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 803 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 31
- Median household income
- $62,799+26.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $80,958
- Median home value
- $158,400
- Jobs located here
- 8,018
- Daytime population
- 24,259Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Jackson County, OK growing?
Population estimates put Jackson County at 24,764 people in 2025, up 0.1% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 9,775 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 26.4%, before inflation.
How much do households in Jackson County, OK spend?
Households in Jackson County spend about $137.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $55.6M on groceries and $33.2M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Jackson County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 126, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (61).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Jackson County, OK?
Of the business types scored in Jackson County, lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (72); real estate agents and brokers (53); and real estate businesses (53) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies, that ranks #197 of 1,771 scored counties.
How does Jackson County, OK compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Jackson County is $62,799, 22% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 0.1% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $158,400, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (2.4 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (44% 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. 34 of the 56 business types have a score in Jackson County, each ranked against other counties.
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