Jackson County, NC Population by Year

In 2022, the population of Jackson County was 42,955, a 1.02% increase year-by-year from 2021. Previously, in 2021, Jackson County's population was 42,520, an increase of 0.68% compared to a population of 42,231 in 2020.
Neilsberg Research Avatar
Updated Sep 18, 2023

Jackson County, NC population between 2000 and 2022

Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2022, population of Jackson County increased by 9,719. In this period, the peak population was 43,736 in the year 2019. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline.

Year Population Year on Year Change Change in Percent
2000 33,236 - -
2001 33,609 373 1.12%
2002 34,088 479 1.43%
2003 34,965 877 2.57%
2004 35,555 590 1.69%
2005 35,823 268 0.75%
2006 36,595 772 2.16%
2007 36,625 30 0.08%
2008 36,941 316 0.86%
2009 37,490 549 1.49%
2010 40,376 2,886 7.7%
2011 40,256 -120 -0.3%
2012 40,661 405 1.01%
2013 41,034 373 0.92%
2014 40,960 -74 -0.18%
2015 41,352 392 0.96%
2016 42,645 1,293 3.13%
2017 43,220 575 1.35%
2018 43,540 320 0.74%
2019 43,736 196 0.45%
2020 42,231 -1,505 -3.44%
2021 42,520 289 0.68%
2022 42,955 435 1.02%
Exploring Jackson County's Diversity? Request Customized Data Now!

Jackson County, NC population from 2000 to 2022

From 2000 to 2010, Jackson County's population increased by 7,140 (21.48%), according to Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program. For the same period, the rate of growth for the United States was 9.63%.

From 2010 to 2020, Jackson County's population increased by 1,855 (4.59%), according to Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program. For the same period, the rate of growth for the United States was 7.17%.

The graph shows Jackson County's population from 2000 to 2022, with years on x-axis and population on y-axis
Jackson County's population from 2000 to 2022. The estimated population at the end of 2022 was 42,955. Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Population Estimates Program)

Between the year 2000 and 2022, Jackson County's population peaked in year 2019 at 43,736.

Between the year 2000 and 2022, Jackson County's population was lowest in year 2000 at 33,236.

Jackson County, NC annual population growth rate

Between the years 2000 and 2022, i.e. 22 annual cycles, the population of Jackson County grew year by year for 19 years and declined for 3 years.

From 2000 to 2022, Jackson County had an average annual population growth rate of 1.33% per year. Overall the population grew 29.24% between 2000 and 2022.

The graph shows Jackson County's annual population change from 2000 to 2022, with years on x-axis and population annual growth on y-axis
Jackson County's annual population change from 2000 to 2022. The average annual growth rate from 2000 to 2022 was 1.33% per year. In the last two years, the population grew by 724. Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Population Estimates Program)

From 2009 to 2010, Jackson County's population grew the most with an increase of 2,886 (7.70%).

While from 2019 and 2020, Jackson County's population declined the most with a negative growth of 1,505 (-3.44%).

Things to know

Is Jackson County, NC population increasing or decreasing?

According to the latest data from U.S. Census Bureau's population estimates, Jackson County's population increased by 724 between 2020 and 2022. The increase was 289 (0.68%) between 2020 and 2021; and increase of 435 (1.02%) between 2021 and 2022.

How has the population of Jackson County, NC changed in the last 10 years?

Between 2012 and 2022, population of Jackson County increased by 1,921 (4.68%). The population was highest at 43,736 in the year 2019 and lowest at 40,960 in the year 2014. Overall the average growth rate witnessed for the last 10 years was 0.56%.

References

Datasets

Explore datasets by year of publication.
2023
Jackson County, NC Population Dataset: Yearly Figures, Population Change, and Percent Change Analysis
Last updated September 18, 2023
ACS
Free
Neilsberg
CSV, JSON
2017-2021
CC BY 4.0
About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Jackson County population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Jackson County across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2022, the population of Jackson County was 42,955, a 1.02% increase year-by-year from 2021. Previously, in 2021, Jackson County population was 42,520, an increase of 0.68% compared to a population of 42,231 in 2020. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2022, population of Jackson County increased by 9,719. In this period, the peak population was 43,736 in the year 2019. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Jackson County population by year

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

  • From 2000 to 2022

Variables / Data Columns

  • Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2022)
  • Population: The population for the specific year for the Jackson County is shown in this column.
  • Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Jackson County population for each year compared to the previous year.
  • Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Jackson County Population by Year. You can refer the same here

If you're looking for datasets from another year, please feel free to contact us at research@neilsberg.com and we'll be happy to assist you further.

Explore more

Population of places that contain Jackson County

About the author

Neilsberg Research Avatar
Neilsberg Research
Neilsberg Research team are data scientists with expertise in processing, analysis and visualization of big data helping small businesses make right decisions.

Share

This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal or tax advice. We recommend that you consult with a qualified professional such as a lawyer or accountant before making a decision. Many of the products and services featured here are from our affiliate partners. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. Read advertiser disclosure.