Jackson County, Missouri Housing Market
In Jackson County, Missouri, the median home value is $230,500, with a median monthly rent of $1,197. This places Jackson County at #1073 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #14 within Missouri.
📈 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: $1,438
- Establishments: 25,550
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,299
- Multi-family: 2,737
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 286,831 (avg $78,167)
- Outflow: 279,632 (avg $78,424)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Jackson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64124 | 371.7 | +17.84% | 2025 |
| 2 | 64146 | 252.2 | +19.45% | 2025 |
| 3 | 64088 | 227.4 | — | 2025 |
| 4 | 64016 | 295.2 | +12.55% | 2025 |
| 5 | 64054 | 263.8 | +16.49% | 2025 |
| 6 | 64109 | 287.5 | +1.04% | 2025 |
| 7 | 64129 | 274.2 | +8.66% | 2025 |
| 8 | 64127 | 301.9 | +8.47% | 2025 |
| 9 | 64134 | 257.3 | +5.60% | 2025 |
| 10 | 64081 | 254.0 | +3.88% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How Jackson County Compares
| Metric | Jackson County | Missouri Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $230,500 | $175,712 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,197 | $782 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 59.1% | 73.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 16.0 | 18.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Jackson County is 31.2% above the Missouri state average and 1.2% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,197/month is 53.1% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 16.0, the buy-vs-rent decision in Jackson County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Jackson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 59.1%, compared to 73.7% in Missouri 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake County | Indiana | $230,600 | $1,131 |
| Livingston Parish | Louisiana | $230,600 | $1,151 |
| Tulsa County | Oklahoma | $230,400 | $1,110 |
| Treasure County | Montana | $230,300 | $850 |
| Milwaukee County | Wisconsin | $230,700 | $1,101 |
Other Counties in Missouri
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole County | $229,600 | $834 | 67.9% |
| Webster County | $228,800 | $789 | 77.4% |
| Franklin County | $227,600 | $893 | 76.5% |
| Clinton County | $226,800 | $1,008 | 75.7% |
| Johnson County | $235,700 | $932 | 63.5% |
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 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).