Jackson County
147,002
Total Population
↑ +2.6% from 2020
$64,756
Median Household Income
↑ +16.0% from 2020
39.7
Median Age
→ Stable (39 in 2020)
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
↓ Below state average
Jackson County is an industrial and natural powerhouse located on the eastern end of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Established in 1812 and named for General Andrew Jackson, the county is anchored by Pascagoula, a city famous for its massive shipbuilding industry and busy port. Beyond its industrial strength, the county features the rich biodiversity of the Pascagoula River, often called the “Singing River” in local legend. With a workforce heavily engaged in manufacturing and maritime trades, Jackson County plays a critical role in the state’s economy while maintaining a deep connection to its coastal environment.
Data from Mississippi's air quality monitoring stations shows an upward trend over the past decade in moderate or worse pollution days in southeast Mississippi, increasing...
Construction on phase two of the East Pascagoula Police Substation is expected to begin within the next several weeks, with completion targeted for early 2027.
In Pearl River, Jackson, Forrest, George and Stone counties, local officials said the money will support projects including emergency facilities and infrastructure upgrades.
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