Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Lake Jackson
Lake Jackson, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$967
Population
29,789
Renter Mix
36% Rent
A charming suburban town on the Texas coastline
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Built in the early 1940s as a planned community for Dow Chemical workers, Lake Jackson carries a fascinating origin story that still shapes its well-organized, tree-lined streets today. Situated about an hour south of Houston along Highway 288, this Gulf Coast city offers easy access to the beach while keeping residents close to the amenities of a thriving suburban hub. Brazos Mall anchors the local shopping scene, surrounded by a solid mix of restaurants and specialty shops, while parks like T.J. Dunbar Jr. Park give outdoor enthusiasts plenty of room to breathe. The Gulf of Mexico is just minutes away, making a weekend fishing trip or a lazy beach afternoon completely effortless.
The rental market here leans heavily toward spacious, comfortable options—think garden-style apartment communities, townhomes, and low-rise residences with room to spread out. Renters looking for value without sacrificing quality will find Lake Jackson delivers on both fronts. The city's roots as a thoughtfully designed, planned community mean streets are wide, green space is plentiful, and the overall layout still feels intentional. For those who want coastal Texas living without the congestion of Houston, Lake Jackson hits a sweet spot that's hard to overlook.
Explore the City
Lone Star BBQ offers sizable plates of fresh sausage, turkey, and brisket in Lake Jackson.
Several museums are within a short drive from Lake Jackson, Texas.
Bobby Ford Park offers plenty of space to roam in the town of Lake Jackson.
Children of all ages can run and play on the playground at Maclean Park in Lake Jackson.
Maclean Park offers tennis courts, walking trails, and a dog park, all located in Lake Jackson.
Two joggers enjoy the well kept trails at Maclean Park in Lake Jackson, Texas.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$83,209
Average: $110,368
Education
7,686
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,991
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lake Jackson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Lake Jackson, TX is $872 for a studio, $970 for one bedroom, $1,232 for two bedrooms, and $1,581 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lake Jackson has decreased by -4.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$970/month
717 Sq Ft
House
$1,996/month
1,668 Sq Ft
Townhome
$931/month
1,034 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lake Jackson, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Bess Brannen Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
689 Students
Public
Grades K-5
605 Students
Public
Grades K-5
539 Students
Elisabet Ney Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-4
457 Students
Public
Grades K-5
731 Students
Lake Jackson Intermediate School
Public
Grades 6-8
868 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sea Center Texas
- Brazosport Museum of Natural Science
- Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
- Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge
Military Bases
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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.