Cost of Living in Jackson County, MS

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

Median Income

$60,045

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Median Home

$161,700

Affordability

512

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$818
Property Tax$106
Insurance$54

Total Monthly$978
% of Income19.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,001
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,026
% of Income20%

Living in Jackson County, Mississippi

Jackson County has a median household income of $60,045 with housing costs that represent 19.5% of income for owners and 20% 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.