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Rental Market Trends in Jackson, MS
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Jackson, MS is $962/month.
Rent in Jackson is 42% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$962/month
Average Rent
681 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
1,366
Available Apartments
Jackson rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Jackson average $1,117 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Jackson average $962 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Jackson average $1,142 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Jackson average $1,183 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Jackson, MS?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $19 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Jackson, MS
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
15%
Below $700/month
46%
$700 - $1,000/month
30%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
3%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jackson?
Based on current rent prices, South Jackson, Belhaven and North Jackson are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jackson.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jackson?
Based on current rent prices, Fondren, Downtown Jackson and City Center Jackson are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jackson.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Jackson neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Jackson with the most apartments available are North Jackson, West Jackson and Downtown Jackson .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Jackson, MS?
Because the average rent in Jackson is $962, you’ll want to make about $3,206 per month or $38,472 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Jackson, MS is 9.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Jackson is 18.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $962 - $1,183. You can expect to pay 3.1% less for groceries, 15.8% less for utilities, and 14.3% less for transportation.
How does Jackson, MS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Jackson, MS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Jackson Area GuideStudio
$677/month
$1,613/month
One Bedroom
$783/month
$1,556/month
Two Bedroom
$903/month
$1,878/month
Three Bedroom
$1,085/month
$2,068/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Richland
Avg Rent: $1,052/month
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Pearl
Avg Rent: $1,111/month
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Flowood
Avg Rent: $1,422/month
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Clinton
Avg Rent: $1,066/month
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Ridgeland
Avg Rent: $1,146/month
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Byram
Avg Rent: $1,212/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Jackson?
The average rent in Jackson is $962 per month, which is 42.2% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Jackson?
The average rent for a house in Jackson, MS is $1,178 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Jackson?
Rents in Jackson, MS are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $19 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Jackson?
In Jackson, MS, 46% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.