Jacka (ACT)

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As per ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by Districts, the estimated population of Jacka as of Feb 2026 is around 1,707. This represents an increase of 995 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 712. The change is inferred from the resident population of 678, estimated by Districts after examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 355 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 586 persons per square kilometer. Jacka's growth rate of 139.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the state's growth rate of 6.7%. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 68.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Jacka has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, with relative employment stability over the past year, according to Districts' statistical area data aggregation. As of September 2025418 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.1% below the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%.

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Districts' latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 30, 2023 indicates that income in Jacka is higher than average nationally. The median income was $64,666 while the average income stood at $73,994. This contrasts with Australian Capital Territory's figures of a median income of $72,206 and an average income of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since June 30, 2023, current estimates would be approximately $70,654 (median) and $80,846 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Jacka, between the 75th and 89th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that the largest segment comprises 48.3% earning - weekly ( residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing in the same category. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the nd percentile.

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The dwelling structure in Jacka, as per the latest Census, consisted of 44.5% houses and 55.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory had a dwelling structure of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jacka was at 5.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 61.0% and rented dwellings at 33.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Jacka was $1,772, below the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080 and national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Jacka was $450, higher than the national average of $375 but equal to the Australian Capital Territory average.

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Family households constitute 75.1% of all households, including 48.1% couples with children, 14.3% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 24.9%, with lone person households at 19.0% and group households making up 3.8%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment in Jacka is notably higher than national averages. As of 2016, 44.8% of residents aged 15 and above held university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This educational advantage is reflected in the area's strong focus on knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 26.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%).

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Public transport analysis shows two active stops operating within Jacka. These stops serve a mix of buses, with eleven routes providing 579 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 322 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains dominant at 87%, while bus usage stands at 8%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling.

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Health data for Jacka residents shows positive outcomes, with mortality rates and health conditions largely matching national averages. Common health conditions are relatively uncommon among the general population but higher among older, at-risk cohorts compared to national figures.

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Jacka has a high level of cultural diversity, with 46.5% of its population born overseas and 52.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Jacka, comprising 32.0% of people. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, making up 15.5% of the population compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%.

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Jacka's median age is 32 years, which is slightly younger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 years and substantially under the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Jacka has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (24.7%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (2.4%). This concentration of residents aged 35-44 is well above the national average of 14.3%. According to post-2021 Census data, demographic aging is evident in Jacka, with the median age advancing from 30 years to 32 years between censuses. Notable shifts include the 45 to 54 age group growing from 10.8% to 14.6%, and the to cohort increasing from to . Conversely, the to cohort declined from to , and the to group dropped from to . Population forecasts for indicate substantial demographic changes for Jacka. The to age group shows the strongest projected growth at , adding residents to reach a total of . In contrast, both the to and to age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.

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Jacka currently has an estimated 150 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 90 children aged 0-2 and 59 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 111% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 33% by 2041 (to approximately 101 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 202. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 16.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.