Jackson is a city located in Clarke County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 15.1 square miles (39.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 227 ft. With a population of approximately 5,419 residents, Jackson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.17% males and 53.83% females, and it has a population density of 358.87 people per square mile (138.56/km²). Jackson lies at a latitude of 31.52 and a longitude of -87.89, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20.5%), followed by English (5.8%), German (3.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36545.