Cost of Living in Jackson, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.1
100 = national avg
-6.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,969
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,837
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.5
Food89.4
Transportation74.8
Healthcare91.5
Utilities95.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$960
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,260
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jackson is 93.1, which is 6.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,969 per year to cover basic expenses.