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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Jackson

Affordable Housing in Jackson, TN

Jackson has 45 income-based rental properties offering 1,862 units, giving renters a solid range of options in a city where nearly half of households rent, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median market rent of $1,145 per month and a median household income of $53,032, income-based housing can make a real difference for budget-conscious renters here.

45
Properties
1,862
Total units
90/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,145/mo

Affordability in Jackson, TN

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Jackson is $1,145 per month and the median household income is $53,032 per year. About 49% of Jackson households rent, meaning affordable housing options here serve a large share of the local population.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
952 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Jackson Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 952 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 1 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Jackson

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Jackson scores a 1 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), with a Bike Score of 17 out of 100. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will require a personal vehicle.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
25 schools · 2 districts

Schools

Jackson is served by 25 public schools across 2 districts, including 12 elementary, 5 middle, and 8 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should look up the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$53,032 median income

Cost of Living in Jackson, TN

The median household income in Jackson is $53,032 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent across all housing in the city is $1,145 per month, per the same source.

HUD-assisted and income-based housing in Jackson can offer meaningful savings for renters who qualify, with rents typically set as a percentage of household income rather than at market rates.

  • Median household income: $53,032/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $1,145/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter-occupied households: 49% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 629 across 8 properties
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment & Flood Risk

All 8 HUD-assisted properties in Jackson were mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 90/100(8 of 45 scored)
90+ (5)70–89 (3)No score (37)

45 properties on the map

Top-rated properties

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Your rights & resources

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About Affordable Housing in Jackson, TN

Jackson is a mid-sized West Tennessee city where nearly half of all residents rent their homes -- according to Census ACS 5-Year data, 49 percent of households are renters, and the median household income is $53,032. The median market rent sits at $1,145 per month, making subsidized options an important resource for many families in the area.

Lease Lantern tracks 8 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Jackson, covering 629 units across the city. All 8 properties have received an inspection score, and 5 of those scored in the excellent range, with the remaining 3 rated good -- meaning no properties in our data fall into fair or poor condition categories.

On the flood risk front, none of the 8 mapped properties carry a high-risk designation, which is a reassuring baseline for renters weighing long-term stability.

Jackson is a car-dependent city. Walk Score rates it at just 1 out of 100, so reliable personal transportation is a practical necessity for most residents.

According to NCES Common Core of Data, Jackson is served by 2 school districts operating 25 public schools, including 12 elementary, 5 middle, and 8 high schools.

Eligibility & how to apply

Tennessee income limits (2026)Tennessee public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Tennessee

Helpful guides

How Section 8 Vouchers WorkWhat Is Income-Based Housing?How to Apply for Affordable HousingSection 8 vs. LIHTCUnderstanding HUD Inspection ScoresHow Affordable Housing Waitlists Work
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