Living in Jackson County, Mississippi

Jackson County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 141,425, part of the Pascagoula, MS MSA metro area. The main communities are Pascagoula, Gautier, Ocean Springs.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,353/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $195K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 64°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jackson County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.