Jackson, TN

Affordable, Amiable, Amazing

Jackson’s straight-A report card makes for a top draw. 

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Jackson, TN

Affordable housing, welcoming residents, quality schools, top jobs, entertainment – what doesn’t Jackson provide? Residents of this flourishing community have access to the good life — and they are living it. They are paddling kayaks and pedaling bicycles, thanks to Jackson’s beautiful natural environment, chowing down on mouthwatering cuisine, enjoying the arts and working great jobs at companies like The Kellogg Company, Toyota Bodine Aluminum and Delta Faucet Company.

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    Discover Jackson, TN: A Great Place to Live

    Whether it's digging into the best dishes or diving into the area's lively cultural scene, Jackson has it going on.
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    Take a Bite Out of Jackson: 9 Must-Try Restaurants

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  • Livability Jackson, TN

    Nestled in West Tennessee between Memphis and Nashville is Jackson – a city that's unique, vibrant, offers high value living and is making its mark on the world.

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    Art Meets Athleticism in Jackson, TN

    Vibrant music and sports scenes add up to well-balanced playtime.
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    Jackson, TN is Excellent for Everyone

    Affordable, amiable, accessible, amenities, amazing - the list goes on and on.
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  • Tennessee Economic Development Guide

    This digital edition of the Tennessee Economic Development Guide is sponsored by the Blount Partnership. 

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  • Love Where You Live

    Jackson Helps Citizens Connect for the Common Good

    Nonprofits garner great community engagement.
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Affordable Places To Live In Jackson

Median Household Income
$41,816
Median Home Value
$148,180
Housing Affordability Index
140
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
13.70%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In Jackson

Unemployment Rate
4.70%
Total Businesses
3822
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.70%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
62.00%
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Food Scene in Jackson

38.90%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
38.50
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
45.90%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$849.00
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Love Where You Live In Jackson

Volunteerism Rate
15.40%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
49.80%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
5.70%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
59.60
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Health in Jackson

89.70%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
10.80%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.44
20.60%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months
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Where to Live Now In Jackson

Average Mortgage Amount
$601.72
Median Rent
$560
53.90%
Of Homes Owned
46.10%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Jackson

6.70%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
9.00%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
10.30%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
14.70%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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