Cost of Living in Jackson County, IL

What does it cost to live in Jackson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$44,847

Median Rent

$757/mo

Median Home

$123,400

Affordability

433

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$624
Property Tax$199
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$864
% of Income23.1%

Renting

Median Rent$757
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$782
% of Income20.3%

Living in Jackson County, Illinois

Jackson County has a median household income of $44,847 with housing costs that represent 23.1% of income for owners and 20.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.