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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Jackson, MS
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Jackson, MS rent slipped 2.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,150/month. Renters today are paying $25 less per month on average than last year.
Compared to national trends
Jackson sits 39.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the South with 234 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Jackson's median rents range from studios at $300/month to 4+ bedrooms at $1,319/month, with houses at a median of $1,200/month and apartments at $1,000/month. The market is dominated by houses, which make up 74.7% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Ashbrooke experienced a rent decline of 49.9% year over year to $1,251/month across 11 rentals, a larger decline than the citywide 2.1% decrease. This local change contrasts with the broader Jackson market.
Median rent
Median rent in Jackson
$1,150/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Jackson is $1,150 per month as of October 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
234
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Jackson rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Jackson, MS
Average rent prices in Jackson have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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 $1,000, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Jackson run $899 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $300 | No Change | 58% | |
1 bedroom | $899 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | No Change | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | No Change | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $1,319 |  3% | 21% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Andover | $1,345 | |
Ashbrooke | $1,251 | |
Charlton Place | $1,284 | |
Cobbville Mini Farms | $1,542 | |
Deer Haven | $1,348 | |
Deerfield | $1,348 | |
Downtown Jackson | $1,150 | |
Harvey Crossing | $1,647 | |
Lake Lorman | $1,195 | |
Twin Cedars | $1,425 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $850 | 13% | 7% | |
Houses | $1,200 | 2% | 8% | |
Rooms | $857 | 25% | 9% |
Studio
Average rent
$300
Last year
58%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$899
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,319
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
21%
Downtown Jackson
Average rent
$1,150
Ashbrooke
Average rent
$1,251
Harvey Crossing
Average rent
$1,647
Deerfield
Average rent
$1,348
Charlton Place
Average rent
$1,284
Andover
Average rent
$1,345
Deer Haven
Average rent
$1,348
Cobbville Mini Farms
Average rent
$1,542
Twin Cedars
Average rent
$1,425
Lake Lorman
Average rent
$1,195
Apartments
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
7%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$857
Last 30 days
25%
Last year
9%
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
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Jackson, MS is 43% 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 | No difference |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 18% lower |
| Transportation | 13% lower |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Jackson, MS
1d ago
1201 Robinson St, Jackson, MS 39203
5 beds
2 baths
$600–$625
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1175 Eminence Row, Jackson, MS 39213
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Jackson
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Jackson
2622 W Capitol St #15, Jackson, MS 39209
2 beds
1 bath
$685
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ashbrooke house for rent in Jackson
104 Azalea Cv, Jackson, MS 39110
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Deerfield house for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Jackson
854 N Jefferson St, Jackson, MS 39202
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
Price dropped $150Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Ashbrooke house for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 21
5d+ ago
Harvey Crossing house for rent in Jackson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2157 Ludlow Ave #NA, Jackson, MS 39213
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 14
16h ago
5255 Manhattan Rd, Jackson, MS 39206
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,000–$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
601 Northpointe Pkwy, Jackson, MS 39211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$824–$1,304
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2157 Ludlow Ave #NA, Jackson, MS 39213
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 14
3d ago
127 S Roach St, Jackson, MS 39201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,208–$4,079
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1201 Robinson St, Jackson, MS 39203
5 beds
2 baths
$600–$625
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3665 Sykes Park Dr, Jackson, MS 39212
1 bed
1 bath
$750–$950
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
601 Northpointe Pkwy, Jackson, MS 39211
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$824–$1,304
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
225 W Mcdowell Rd, Jackson, MS 39204
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$750–$925
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1595, Jackson, MS 39204
2 beds
1 bath
$999
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Jackson
4 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 30
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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 October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Jackson?
Average rent prices in Jackson have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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 ($1,150/mo), Lake Lorman ($1,195/mo), and Ashbrooke ($1,251/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).