Jackson, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Breathitt County County
Jackson, KY
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 $34,317 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,330. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 354 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jackson is $75,900 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $73,957. Median rent is $494/month, with 28.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Jackson reports 48 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 812/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jackson has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches.