Jackson, MS

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From the ideal location, sweet Southern sensibilities and job opportunities, Greater Jackson has it all – and then some.

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Jackson, MS

The capital of Mississippi, Jackson is located along the Pearl River. An integrated transportation system includes three interstates and Jackson-Medgar Evers International Airport. A center of culture, Jackson is known for its musical influences in blues, jazz and gospel. The economy includes major industry sectors in advanced manufacturing, health care, information technology, food processing and distribution. Students have access to more than a dozen college and university campuses, and the downtown district is currently undergoing a $1.5 billion renovation initiative.

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    The Outdoors Are Outstanding in Greater Jackson, MS

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Affordable Places To Live In Jackson

Median Household Income
$39,057
Median Home Value
$101,370
Housing Affordability Index
180
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
11.00%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In Jackson

Unemployment Rate
10.10%
Total Businesses
7463
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.20%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
60.40%
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Food Scene in Jackson

37.50%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
23.20
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
40.70%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$773.00

Love Where You Live In Jackson

Volunteerism Rate
13.20%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
51.30%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
4.90%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
33.80
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Health in Jackson

84.80%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
10.70%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.89
23.60%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months

Where to Live Now In Jackson

Average Mortgage Amount
$517.32
Median Rent
$623
47.90%
Of Homes Owned
52.10%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Jackson

6.60%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
9.20%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
8.80%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
11.50%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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