Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Jackson, MS
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Jackson rent stands today
Jackson, MS rent slipped 4.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,150/month. Renters today are paying $73 less per month on average than last year, despite a 4.5% month-over-month increase in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Jackson sits 39.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 225 total rentals available, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the South.
Price ranges
Studios in Jackson run around $300/month, 1-bedrooms around $895/month, 2-bedrooms around $999/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,200/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $1,350/month. Houses command a median of $1,200/month while apartments sit at $999/month, with houses making up 73.5% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Jackson, Downtown Jackson rents fell 22.8% year over year to $1,100/month across 18 rentals, while Deerfield saw a decline of 28.8% to $1,709/month. These declines contrast with the citywide market, which is down 4.2%.
Median rent
Median rent in Jackson
$1,150/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Jackson is $1,150 per month as of September 2026. This is 39% below the national average rent, or $750 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Jackson
225
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Jackson rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Jackson, MS
Average rent prices in Jackson have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Jackson, MS
Rent prices in Jackson vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Jackson is $999, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Jackson run $895 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,010.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $300 | No Change | 29% | |
1 bedroom | $895 | No Change |  3% | |
2 bedroom | $999 | 7% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | 1% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $1,350 | 9% | 20% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Ashbrooke | $2,450 | |
Charlton Place | $1,942 | |
Cobbville Mini Farms | $2,100 | |
Deer Haven | $1,559 | |
Deerfield | $1,709 | |
Downtown Jackson | $1,100 | |
Harvey Crossing | $1,545 | |
Lake Cavalier | $1,464 | |
Livingston | $1,800 | |
Sanctuary At Cameron Plantation | $1,800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $999 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $887 | 24% | - | |
Houses | $1,200 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $762 | 23% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$300
Last year
29%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
20%
Downtown Jackson
Average rent
$1,100
Harvey Crossing
Average rent
$1,545
Deerfield
Average rent
$1,709
Ashbrooke
Average rent
$2,450
Cobbville Mini Farms
Average rent
$2,100
Charlton Place
Average rent
$1,942
Deer Haven
Average rent
$1,559
Lake Cavalier
Average rent
$1,464
Sanctuary At Cameron Plantation
Average rent
$1,800
Livingston
Average rent
$1,800
Apartments
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$887
Last 30 days
24%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$762
Last 30 days
23%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Jackson, MS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Jackson, MS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Jackson and Brandon by all bedroom counts and property types.
Jackson
39%lower than the national median
Equal to the the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Jackson, MS is 39% lower than the median rent in Brandon, MS.
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Cost of living in Jackson, MS
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 18% lower |
| Transportation | 14% lower |
| Utilities | 16% lower |
Discover rentals in Jackson, MS
5d+ ago
1201 Robinson St, Jackson, MS 39203
5 beds
2 baths
$600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1175 Eminence Row, Jackson, MS 39213
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Jackson
1753 Mcgee St, Jackson, MS 39204
3 beds
1 bath
$695
House for rent
Available Sep 11
5d+ ago
House for rent in Jackson
370 Lea Cir #1, Jackson, MS 39204
2 beds
1 bath
$695
House for rent
Available Jul 28
5d+ ago
Deerfield house for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Jackson
1201 North St, Jackson, MS 39202
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Jackson
710 Manship St, Jackson, MS 39202
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Harvey Crossing apartment for rent in Jackson
3 beds
0 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 4
1d ago
House for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
$1,700
Price drop
House for rent
15h ago
Verified
2157 Ludlow Ave #NA, Jackson, MS 39213
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
Available Sep 14
20h ago
755 Glencross Dr, Jackson, MS 39206
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$1,314
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
51 Northtown Dr, Jackson, MS 39211
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,129–$1,366
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
2157 Ludlow Ave #NA, Jackson, MS 39213
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
Available Sep 14
21h ago
127 S Roach St, Jackson, MS 39201
1 bed
1 bath
$1,183–$3,763
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3665 Sykes Park Dr, Jackson, MS 39212
1 bed
1 bath
$850–$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1201 Robinson St, Jackson, MS 39203
5 beds
2 baths
$600
Apartment for rent
1h ago
2820 N West St, Jackson, MS 39216
1 bed
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
$1,700
Price drop
House for rent
8h ago
225 W Mcdowell Rd, Jackson, MS 39204
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$750–$925
Apartment for rent
20h ago
755 Glencross Dr, Jackson, MS 39206
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$1,314
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Jackson, MS
Quick answers to common questions about the Jackson rental market.
How much is rent in Jackson?
The average rent in Jackson is $1,150 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Jackson?
Average rent prices in Jackson have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Jackson rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Jackson is 39% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $750 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Jackson?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Jackson are Downtown Jackson ($1,100/mo), Lake Cavalier ($1,464/mo), and Harvey Crossing ($1,545/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Jackson?
To comfortably afford rent in Jackson, you'd need to earn approximately $46,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Jackson?
June offers the lowest rental prices in Jackson, with a 14.5% difference compared to September's peak pricing. July and January see the most competition among renters, while September and November tend to be less competitive months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).