Cost of Living in Jackson County, MN

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

Median Income

$68,368

Median Rent

$764/mo

Median Home

$140,500

Affordability

659

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$710
Property Tax$108
Insurance$47

Total Monthly$865
% of Income15.2%

Renting

Median Rent$764
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$789
% of Income13.4%

Living in Jackson County, Minnesota

Jackson County has a median household income of $68,368 with housing costs that represent 15.2% of income for owners and 13.4% 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.