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Jackson, MO Area Guide

A serene suburb in southeast Missouri

Great Schools Accessible Affordable Suburban Quaint

Known for its excellent public schools and small-town charm, Jackson is a thriving suburb in southeast Missouri. Jackson is located along Interstate 55, so commuting to nearby cities is a breeze. This city offers a secluded, laidback vibe and a welcoming community. Residents appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and great educational opportunities at institutions like Jackson High School. Kimbeland Country Club is a popular spot for locals to enjoy the scenic views in Jackson, along with City Park, featuring ponds, playgrounds, grassy lawns, walking trails, and an outdoor swimming pool. Jackson’s downtown district is home to a variety of small businesses, restaurants, and shops. Even more dining options reside along Highway 34!

Demographics

Median Household Income

$73,186

Average: $91,682

Education

4,610

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

8,586

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

39 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

25%

Over 65

19%

Housing Distribution

Jackson has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%

Education Distribution

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Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

East Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

717 Students

Orchard Drive Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

388 Students

Jackson Middle

Public

Grades K-5

815 Students

South Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

409 Students

West Lane Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

385 Students

Russell Hawkins Jr. High

Public

Grades 6-8

872 Students

Jackson Sr. High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,764 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • St. Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Railway
  • Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center

Commuter Rail

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.