Jackson, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Clarke County County
Jackson, AL
At a Glance
How Jackson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jackson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jackson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jackson residents earn a median household income of $46,250 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,765. The unemployment rate stands at 21.4% (494% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 730 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jackson is $121,000 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,408. Median rent is $626/month, with 47.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Jackson reports 650 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,430/100K.
Education
18.7% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jackson has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches.