Jackson, MS Metro Area

Jackson, MS · Metro Area

611,324Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 8 counties (3 central, 5 outlying), part of the Jackson-Vicksburg-Brookhaven, MS combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $61,644
Median home value: $200,500
Land area: 6,013 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Hinds County, MS	Central	218,533	$49,402	$159,900
Rankin County, MS	Central	158,854	$79,357	$237,400
Madison County, MS	Central	111,647	$83,441	$311,100
Copiah County, MS	Outlying	27,855	$49,089	$114,100
Scott County, MS	Outlying	27,718	$48,786	$106,700
Simpson County, MS	Outlying	25,691	$56,381	$122,200
Yazoo County, MS	Outlying	24,835	$39,295	$153,800
Holmes County, MS	Outlying	16,191	$32,538	$80,400

Largest cities and towns

48 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Jackson, MS	City	146,631	$42,071
Madison, MS	City	27,946	$119,338
Pearl, MS	City	27,737	$61,695
Clinton, MS	City	27,195	$74,745
Brandon, MS	City	25,542	$92,783
Ridgeland, MS	City	24,587	$66,038
Byram, MS	City	12,799	$70,445
Canton, MS	City	10,811	$38,337
Flowood, MS	City	10,587	$83,880
Yazoo City, MS	City	10,219	$28,157
Richland, MS	City	7,346	$66,558
Forest, MS	City	5,357	$49,724
Crystal Springs, MS	City	4,752	$49,291
Florence, MS	City	4,696	$86,308
Magee, MS	City	3,943	$44,488
Morton, MS	City	3,656	$41,863
Hazlehurst, MS	City	3,520	$43,552
Flora, MS	Town	2,331	$36,513
Cleary, MS	CDP	2,295	—
Wesson, MS	Town	2,250	$65,179
Durant, MS	City	2,103	$30,130
Mendenhall, MS	City	2,103	$40,141
Tchula, MS	Town	1,802	$35,417
Raymond, MS	City	1,663	$40,060
Terry, MS	Town	1,620	$47,734

Also in the Jackson-Vicksburg-Brookhaven, MS combined area

Vicksburg, MS · micro · 43,020 Brookhaven, MS · micro · 34,877

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Unemployment

5.7%

College Educated

32.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$61,644

Mean Household Income

$87,121

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.0%

Female

52.0%

Population Split

Male48.0%

Female52.0%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English9.0%

Irish6.8%

German4.0%

Mexican1.8%

Scottish1.5%

Italian1.1%

French1.1%

African0.9%

Polish0.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

2.7%Foreign Born

97.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized35.9%

Non-Citizen64.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later46.2%

Before 201053.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

271,927

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Median Home Value

$200,500

Median Year Built

1985

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

154,970

College Enrollment

19.0%

High School

21.5%

College Educated

32.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

79.3%

Public Transit

0.4%

Work From Home

7.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34 Years

22.3%

35-64 Years

37.8%

65+ Years

16.4%

Population Composition

Under 1823.5%

18-3422.3%

35-6437.8%

65+16.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

41.5%

Single Parent

9.3%

Living Alone

31.6%

Avg Size

2.47

Household Types

Married Couples41.5%

Single Parent9.3%

Living Alone31.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$34,708

SNAP Usage

12.0%

Health Insurance

89.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k20.4%

$25k - $50k21.8%

$50k - $100k28.5%

$100k+29.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.7%

Retail Trade

10.8%

Education & Health Care

26.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

89.4%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

88.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.0%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

89.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

160.7

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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