salaryRent is lower than in 61% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.8 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 18.2 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $57,680 a year. That is $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Tennessee cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Tennessee. It is number 70 of 114 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Jackson?
Share of households by yearly income. 16.0% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Jackson
| Size | Jackson | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $678 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $940 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,209 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,307 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,534 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Jackson overall?
Everyday prices in the Jackson metro area are 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Jackson
Life in Jackson
What jobs pay in Jackson
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $140,540 | 12.3% |
| Lawyer | $133,770 | 12.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $108,260 | 16.0% |
| Physician Assistant | $104,600 | 16.5% |
| Operations Manager | $98,040 | 17.6% |
| Software Developer | $96,540 | 17.9% |
| Civil Engineer | $93,070 | 18.6% |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,750 | 20.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $77,790 | 22.2% |
| Registered Nurse | $75,610 | 22.9% |
| Accountant | $71,980 | 24.0% |
| Electrician | $60,360 | 28.7% |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,790 | 29.9% |
| Truck Driver | $55,160 | 31.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $54,150 | 32.0% |
| Police Officer | $53,320 | 32.5% |
| Plumber | $52,620 | 32.9% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,470 | 33.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $50,670 | 34.2% |
| Carpenter | $47,950 | 36.1% |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,680 | 44.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $37,280 | 46.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,900 | 46.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,710 | 47.1% |
| Firefighter | $36,140 | 47.9% |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,490 | 48.8% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,990 | 55.8% |
| Cashier | $27,690 | 62.5% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,490 | 84.5% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Jackson?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $69 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $217,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $21,780 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Jackson, TN?
Renting in Jackson costs a median of about $1,442 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Tennessee median is $1,279.
How much do I need to make to live in Jackson?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $57,680 a year, or $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Jackson cheap or expensive?
Jackson is rated Expensive: rent takes 30.3% of the typical household income of $57,195. It ranks 70th cheapest of 114 Tennessee cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Jackson?
The median homeowner in Jackson pays $1,527 a year in property taxes, about 0.70% of the median home value.
Is Jackson more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 14% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Jackson?
The median home value in Jackson is $217,800, about 3.8 times the typical yearly household income.
68,435 people live in Jackson. Numbers are typical (middle) values.