Rental GuideJackson, MS

Jackson rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,140

Year Over Year Change

$10

Rentals available, last 30 days

212

Rent ranges for Jackson apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

16%

$751 - $1,500

74%

$0 - $750

16%

74%

How has rent in Jackson, MS changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Jackson, MS, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,140, which is a 0.84% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Jackson, MS is about $899. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Jackson, MS is $1,062, and studios are about $1,101 per month.

See more Jackson, MS rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Jackson, MS?

schools

18,710

students

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Who lives in Jackson, MS?

Gender

46% Male

54% Female

Age Range

0-19

28%

20-34

24%

35-44

12%

45-64

23%

65+

13%

Language

English

98%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

13%

High School

49%

Bachelor's

24%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Jackson, MS?

Families

30% Families

70% Single

Property

51% Renters

49% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

31%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Jackson, MS?

Jackson locals spend about 21 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Jackson is through Memphis International Airport, 173.66 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Cycling

3/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Jackson are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Jackson, MS

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Jackson, 59% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Jackson

Pet friendly

59%Satisfaction rating

Affordable housing

51%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

43%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Parks & recreation

Job market

Nightlife

Dating scene

Cost of living

Weather

Quality schools

43%

Parks & recreation

35%

Job market

33%

Nightlife

33%

Dating scene

24%

Cost of living

24%

Weather

16%

43%

35%

33%

24%

16%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Jackson, MS?

The overall cost of living in Jackson, MS is 10% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Jackson you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.25 per carton, and milk $4.62. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $132.33 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.