Jackson Population 2026
Jackson has a population of 54,856, making it the #775 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 160× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,856
Rank in United States
#775
Coordinates
39.78°N, 74.86°W
~37 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
211 km
131 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Jackson
- Sicklerville42,891 people · ~11 km away
- Williamstown15,567 people · ~15 km away
- Mount Laurel41,864 people · ~18 km away
- Vincentown24,664 people · ~20 km away
- Maple Shade19,077 people · ~23 km away
- Cherry Hill70,475 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jackson?
Jackson has a population of 54,856 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #775 biggest city in United States.
What state is Jackson in?
Jackson is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Jackson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 211 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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