Cost of Living in Jackson, TN
Population: 68,098 • 2026 Data
$51,552
Median Household Income
-33% vs national
$1,094
Median Monthly Rent
-19% vs national
$195,000
Median Home Value
-42% vs national
8.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Jackson
The median home value in Jackson, TN is $195,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,094, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,066.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Jackson, TN is $51,552. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6%, with a labor force of 32,882 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.