Last updated on September 14, 2026

Average rent in
Jackson, TN

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Jackson rent stands today

    Jackson, TN rent rose 8.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month. Renters today are paying $127 more per month on average than last year, with rents nearing the peak of $1,399/month seen in October 2024.

  • Jackson is 28.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 97 total rentals across a mix of property types.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios rent for $800/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,075/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,200/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,520/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,895/month in Jackson, TN. These figures show the range renters face by bedroom count.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Studio rents in Jackson, TN fell 42.9% year over year, diverging from the citywide increase of 8.0%. This segment's decline contrasts with the broader market trend.

Median rent

Median rent in Jackson

$1,350/mo

increased by8%

vs previous year

The average rent in Jackson is $1,350 per month as of September 2026. This is 29% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.

$1.12

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Jackson

97

for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Jackson rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Jackson, TN

Average rent prices in Jackson have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 8% 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, TN

Rent prices in Jackson vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Jackson is $1,260, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Jackson run $1,090 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,230.

Listings

Studio

$800

19%

43%

1 bedroom

$1,075

1%

2%

2 bedroom

$1,200

No Change

9%

3 bedroom

$1,520

1%

4%

4 bedroom

$1,895

8%

22%

Studio

Average rent

$800

Last 30 days

19%

Last year

43%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,075

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,200

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

9%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,520

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,895

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

22%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Jackson, TN, 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, TN compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Jackson and Arlington by all bedroom counts and property types.

Jackson

Median rent price$1,350
decreased by29%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$2,150
increased by13%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Jackson, TN is 37% lower than the median rent in Arlington, TN.

Cost of living in Jackson, TN

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services1% higher
Groceries5% lower
Health10% lower
Housing24% lower
Transportation8% lower
Utilities13% lower

Discover rentals in Jackson, TN

268 Greenfield Dr #C - Photo 1 of 1

5h ago

Apartment for rent in Jackson

2 beds

1 bath

$675

01220 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.7

Very good

01220

69 Meridian Dr, Jackson, TN 38301

2 beds

1 bath

$850

11 Coach Dr #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Jackson

2 beds

1 bath

$850

45 Coach Dr #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Jackson

2 beds

1 bath

$895

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Frequently asked questions for Jackson, TN

Quick answers to common questions about the Jackson rental market.

How much is rent in Jackson?

The average rent in Jackson is $1,350 per month as of September 12, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Jackson?

Average rent prices in Jackson have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.

How does Jackson rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Jackson is 29% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Jackson?

To comfortably afford rent in Jackson, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Jackson?

May offers the best rental deals in Jackson, with rents running approximately 9% lower than October, which sees the highest prices of the year.

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).

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