Cost of Living in Jackson County, Texas

$1,011/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$175,500

Median Home Value

5% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,011/mo

5% above state average

Median Home Value

$175,500

38% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

27.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Jackson County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Jackson County$1,011/mo

Texas Average$963/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,011/mo

Median Gross Rent

$175,500

Median Home Value

$809/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

27.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Jackson County, Texas

Jackson County's modest affordability gap

Jackson County's 19.6% rent-to-income ratio sits just above the national baseline, indicating moderate housing pressure that remains within manageable range. With median household income of $61,752—17% below the national average—residents face tighter affordability than wealthier U.S. regions but enjoy relatively stable housing costs.

Near parity with Texas average

Jackson County's 19.6% rent-to-income ratio runs 1.5 points above Texas's 18.1% state average, putting it slightly above the state's typical housing burden. Median rent of $1,011 stands 5% above the state average of $963, reflecting modest pricing pressure in an otherwise typical market.

Upper-middle tier housing costs

Jackson County's 19.6% burden ranks above Hutchinson County (15.6%), Howard County (16.7%), and Jack County (17.7%), but below Hunt County (20.3%) and Irion County (21.2%). Its $1,011 median rent places it in the region's upper-moderate cost range.

Jackson County housing expenses

Renters pay $1,011 monthly and homeowners pay $809, moderate-to-elevated costs, against median income of $61,752 annually. Housing claims 19.6% of renter income—approaching the upper bound of comfort and requiring careful household budgeting to leave room for other priorities.

Jackson County: consider if income stable

Jackson County works well if you're relocating with stable, above-county-median income that makes its $1,011 rent comfortable, or if you're purchasing at the $175,500 median home value. Check whether your current housing payment falls below Jackson's costs; if not, you may find better affordability in Howard, Hutchinson, or Jack counties.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Jackson County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

19.6%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,441

per month

Owner Cost Burden

15.7%

of gross income

You can likely afford the median home in Jackson County

Median home value is $175,500. Estimated monthly cost: $1,401 vs. your max of $1,441.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio19.6%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Jackson County, Texas?

Jackson County, Texas has a median monthly rent of $1,011/mo and a median home value of $175,500. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 27.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Jackson County?

The median gross rent in Jackson County is $1,011/mo. This is 5% above state average for Texas.

Is Jackson County affordable?

Jackson County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 27.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Jackson County's rent compare to the state average?

Jackson County's median rent of $1,011/mo is 5% above state average of $963/mo for Texas.

What is the median home value in Jackson County?

The median home value in Jackson County, Texas is $175,500. This is 38% below the national median home value of $281,900.