Jackson, SD County is a rural area with a population of 2,868 people and a population density of 2 people per square mile. The county is home to small local businesses, such as G & B Grocery Store, McDonagh Automotive Repair Services, and Nature’s Market Natural Foods. There are plenty of year-round outdoor activities in the area including hiking along trails at the Jackson County State Recreation Area or fishing on one of the two rivers that run through the county. Local organizations include the Jackson Area Historical Society and horseback riding clubs. Sporting events in Jackson, SD County include high school football games held at the Jackson High School's stadium and various rodeos throughout the year.
The population in Jackson County is 2,868. There are 2 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Jackson County is 32.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Jackson County is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Jackson County
- 41.8% are married
- 7.0% are divorced
- 39.0% are married with children
- 18.5% have children, but are single
Race in Jackson County
- 42.9% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 52.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander