Cost of Living in Jackson County, TN

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

Median Income

$42,357

Median Rent

$777/mo

Median Home

$126,100

Affordability

479

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$638
Property Tax$57
Insurance$42

Total Monthly$737
% of Income20.9%

Renting

Median Rent$777
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$802
% of Income22%

Living in Jackson County, Tennessee

Jackson County has a median household income of $42,357 with housing costs that represent 20.9% of income for owners and 22% 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.