Cost of Living in Jackson, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.3
100 = national avg
-22.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,004
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,372
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.1
Food82.7
Transportation67.8
Healthcare86.2
Utilities85.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$946
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jackson is 77.3, which is 22.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,004 per year to cover basic expenses.