Jackson, OH
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Jackson, OH
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 $53,609 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,663. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 755 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jackson is $128,300 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $177,492. Median rent is $784/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Jackson reports 291 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,052/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jackson has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches.