Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Jackson, MO Population, Income & Demographics 2026

CSACape Girardeau-Sikeston MSACape Girardeau#2/17 Population

Showing latest census year. Full demographic history available with a paid plan. See products & pricing →

Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

15,659

Median Agei

37.1

Race & Ethnicityi

White

87.7%13,728

Hispanic/Latino

4%629

Two or More

3.8%588

Black

2.6%404

Asian

1.3%198

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.7%106

Other

0%6

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.5%575

High School Diploma

24.9%2,617

Some College (<1 yr)

7%738

Some College (1+ yr)

13.4%1,405

Associate's Degree

7.7%813

Bachelor's Degree

21.9%2,300

Master's Degree

10%1,055

Professional Degree

1.9%199

Doctorate

2%205

HS or Higher

94.4%

BA or Higher

35.8%

Graduate+

13.9%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

$240,000

Median Renti

$900

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

71.1%4,387

Renter-Occupied

28.9%1,786

Total Units

6,427

Homeownership

71.1%

Vacancy Rate

Home Values

Under $50K

1.3%58

$50K–$100K

2.1%93

$100K–$150K

15.4%675

$150K–$200K

19.9%875

$200K–$300K

30.1%1,320

$300K–$500K

25.1%1,103

$500K–$1M

6%263

Rent Distribution

Under $500

203

$500–$750

464

$750–$1,000

308

$1,000–$1,250

293

$1,250–$1,500

139

$1,500–$2,000

187

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

3.7%241

2010–2019

13.3%854

2000–2009

16.5%1,062

1990–1999

17.7%1,135

1980–1989

11.3%725

1970–1979

15.3%983

1960–1969

7.7%498

1950–1959

5.8%371

1940–1949

1.7%109

1939 or earlier

7%449

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

57.7%3,563

Electricity

39.9%2,463

Bottled/LP Gas

2.2%135

Fuel Oil

0.1%7

Wood

0.1%5

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$77,105

Mean Household Incomei

$96,427

Per Capita Incomei

$38,230

Poverty Ratei

8.4%

Unemploymenti

1.8%

Labor Forcei

8,339

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

4.6%287

$10K–$15K

2.7%168

$15K–$20K

1.5%94

$20K–$25K

2.6%161

$25K–$30K

3.9%243

$30K–$35K

5.7%353

$35K–$40K

2.3%140

$40K–$45K

6.5%404

$45K–$50K

1.2%76

$50K–$60K

6.4%397

$60K–$75K

10.3%633

$75K–$100K

14.2%878

$100K–$125K

12%743

$125K–$150K

8.1%499

$150K–$200K

10%615

$200K+

7.8%482

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$371/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

31 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers52 homes64% occupied$359/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 816 homes92% occupied$408/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $77,105/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $23K/yr

76.1%

Very low income$23K–$39K/yr

23.9%

Who Receives This Housing

75.2% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

26.8% of subsidized households are minority

47.4% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

41.5% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2721.7%

By Region

Top Countries

China

Philippines

Germany

Mexico

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

8,162

Avg. Commutei

20.2 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

8,192

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

686(5.8% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

94.9%Insured

5.1%Uninsured