Jackson County, Mississippi Housing Market
In Jackson County, Mississippi, the median home value is $193,100, with a median monthly rent of $1,101. This places Jackson County at #1477 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #11 within Mississippi.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,188
- Establishments: 2,702
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 554
- Multi-family: 170
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 54,903 (avg $66,406)
- Outflow: 51,424 (avg $66,482)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 6 active ZIP codes in Jackson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39581 | 183.7 | -6.20% | 2025 |
| 2 | 39567 | 181.3 | -8.56% | 2025 |
| 3 | 39562 | 223.7 | +6.00% | 2025 |
| 4 | 39564 | 233.9 | +6.56% | 2025 |
| 5 | 39553 | 204.3 | +7.35% | 2025 |
| 6 | 39563 | 176.2 | +0.30% | 2022 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Jackson County | Mississippi Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,100 | $135,817 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,101 | $804 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 72.7% | 72.4% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 14.6 | 13.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Jackson County is 42.2% above the Mississippi state average and 15.2% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,101/month is 36.9% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 14.6, buying a home in Jackson County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Jackson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 72.7%, compared to 72.4% in Mississippi and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County | Nebraska | $193,100 | $857 |
| Okeechobee County | Florida | $193,000 | $1,082 |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | Louisiana | $193,200 | $1,334 |
| Bottineau County | North Dakota | $193,200 | $796 |
| Ransom County | North Dakota | $193,000 | $691 |
Other Counties in Mississippi
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County | $199,500 | $957 | 70.8% |
| Pearl River County | $182,300 | $906 | 80.4% |
| Tate County | $209,000 | $963 | 76.0% |
| Tunica County | $175,900 | $977 | 39.5% |
| Harrison County | $212,200 | $1,115 | 62.2% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).