Jackson, TN
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, TN, 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, and enjoying the arts.

Livability amenities include two dog parks, outdoor amphitheaters, new housing
developments and diverse nightspots. Jackson is named a “gig city” thanks to a fiber network that offers home and business internet speeds up to 1 gigabit per second.

If you’re looking for a high-paying career, Jackson could be ideal for you. Big-name companies enjoying success include Tennalum, which produces aluminum rods and bars for aerospace, automotive and general industrial applications; and Kellogg Co. Also in Jackson are The Carlstar Group, Conagra Brands, Delta Faucet, Gerdau, Owens Corning, Stanley Black & Decker, UGN Automotive and TBDN. And Ford Motor Co.’s massive BlueOval City project will create thousands of new jobs in West Tennessee.

Thinking about moving to Jackson, TN? Be sure to check out the latest edition of Livability Jackson, Tennessee. for all the details on living and working in this West Tennessee gem.

Weather in Jackson, TN

Average Temperatures

71 High / 49 Low

Average Annual Rainfall

54 Inches

Average Annual Snowfall

5 Inches

Quick Facts about Jackson, Tennessee

Median Home Value
$180,895
Median Property Tax
$2,145
Total Population
68,770
Average Commute
16 min
Median Household Income
$52,197
Median Rent per Month
$734

Map of Jackson, TN

Experiences & Adventures in Jackson, TN

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Food Scenes in Jackson, TN

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5 Reasons to Move to Jackson, TN

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

Sam Adelomo, in white, and Isaac Olajide, right, both part of the Nigeria delegation, dance with Siren Dancer Dawn Rhys during a Samba at dance the Jackson International Food and Arts Festival in downtown Jackson, TN.

Why Jackson, TN, is a Great Place to Live

Jackson, TN, is a city that makes it easy for residents to connect with one another and find their community. 

Education, Careers and Opportunity in Jackson, TN

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