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Housing in Jackson County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Jackson County averages $865/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Florida median of $1,669 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Jackson County FMR Area are $787 for a studio, $870 for 1‑bedroom, $1,142 for 2‑bedroom, $1,501 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,512 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $277 increase for a 2-bedroom in Jackson County shows a 32% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Jackson County was 3.9% in 2024, compared to Florida at 3.4% and the national rate of 4.0%.
