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Jackson

Pop. 146,631·26th most expensive in Mississippi·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,270/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.8%
Month-over-Month
+2.3%
vs US Median
-$695
Rising (Monthly)
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Jackson · $1,270
More affordable than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
42/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Jackson's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,270/mo
Expected by trend
$1,224/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$984
1 BR
$991
2 BR
$1,163
3 BR
$1,401
4 BR+
$1,544
Research median
$1,163/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,240/yr
At $1,270/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (0.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jackson, MS is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
146,631
Median income
$42,071
Median age
34.5
Renters
51.4%
Age distribution
23.9%
26.7%
22.9%
15%
Under 1823.9%
18–3426.7%
35–5422.9%
55–6411.5%
65+15%
Gender
46.3%
53.7%
Male46.3%
Female53.7%
Race & ethnicity
13.4%
82%
White13.4%
Black82%
Hispanic2.4%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
12.9%
25.7%
32.5%
28.8%
No HS diploma12.9%
HS diploma25.7%
Some college32.5%
Bachelor's+28.8%
Housing tenure
48.6%
51.4%
Owner48.6%
Renter51.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Jackson, MS has changed in 5 years

Rent
$937 → $1,270
up 35.5%
Income
$39,969 → $42,071
up 5.3%
Population
156,803 → 146,631
down 6.5%
Renter share
52.2% → 51.4%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
27.9% → 28.8%
+0.9 pts
Median age
33.5 → 34.5
+1.0 yrs

The median rent in Jackson, MS stood at $937 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,270, reflecting a 35.5% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $39,969 in 2021 to $42,071 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 6.5% since 2021, moving from about 156,803 residents to roughly 146,631. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Jackson, MS market of 2021.

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At $1,270/mo, how Jackson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Jackson rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Jackson. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Jackson, MS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jackson is $1,270/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $984/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,163/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $991/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,401/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($42,071/yr), Jackson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jackson an affordable city for renters?

Jackson is considered moderate for renters. At $1,270/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($42,071/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jackson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Jackson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,270/mo in Jackson. The local median household income is $42,071/yr, meaning the typical Jackson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jackson?

Rent in Jackson has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Jackson neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Jackson are 39209 ($973/mo), 39202 ($1,055/mo), and 39213 ($1,083/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Jackson is $1,270/mo.

How does Jackson rent compare to other cities in Mississippi?

Jackson is one of the more affordable cities in Mississippi for rent, ranking #26 out of 28 tracked cities at $1,270/mo.

What percentage of Jackson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.4% of Jackson households are renters, while 48.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Jackson has a strong rental market.

How does Jackson rent compare to the national average?

Jackson's median rent of $1,270/mo is $695 (35%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Mississippi, it ranks #26 out of 28 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $1,270/mo, rent takes ~36% of Jackson's median household income ($42,071/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jackson 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.7%
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