Living in Jackson County, Minnesota

Jackson County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 10,079. The main communities are Jackson, Lakefield, Heron Lake.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,353/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $197K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 28°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Jackson County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.