Cost of Living in Jackson, TN
Jackson, TN — prices, rents and what jobs really pay here after taxes.
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What would you need to earn in Jackson, TN to keep the same lifestyle — after taxes — as in another city?
Prices in Jackson, TN vs. the U.S. average
| Category | Index (U.S. = 100) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| All items | 85.5 | −14.5% |
| Housing | 56.6 | −43.4% |
| Goods | 96.2 | −3.8% |
| Utilities | 72.6 | −27.4% |
| Other services | 95.1 | −4.9% |
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Rent in Jackson, TN
| Unit | Monthly rent | Income needed (30% rule) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $797 | $31,880/yr |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $35,200/yr |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,153 | $46,120/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,546 | $61,840/yr |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $67,600/yr |
HUD Fair Market Rents, FY2026, population-weighted across the metro's counties.
Take-home pay in Jackson, TN
- Federal income tax$3,195
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,777
- Medicare (1.45%)$649
- Tennessee income tax$0
- Take-home pay$38,169
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Highest-paying jobs in Jackson, TN
| Job | Median salary | Take-home | Real value* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $36,710 | $31,676 | $37,039 |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,990 | $27,080 | $31,665 |
| Fast Food and Counter Worker | $26,360 | $23,317 | $27,265 |
*In U.S.-average dollars after adjusting for local prices.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jackson, TN expensive to live in?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, overall prices in the Jackson, TN metro area are 85.5% of the U.S. average, with housing at 56.6%. It is the #377 most expensive of 387 metro areas we track.
What salary do you need to live in Jackson, TN?
To match the buying power of a $60,000 salary in an average-priced U.S. city you would need about $51,313 in Jackson, TN (before tax differences). The median wage across all jobs here is $44,790.
How much is rent in Jackson, TN?
HUD’s FY2026 fair market rents for Jackson, TN are $797 for a studio, $880 for one bedroom, $1,153 for two bedrooms and $1,546 for three bedrooms, including utilities.
Top salaries by field in Jackson, TN
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
- Fast Food and Counter Worker — $26,360
Sales and Related Occupations
- Retail Salesperson — $30,990