What are the schools like in Jackson, WI?

Jackson is served primarily by West Bend School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.8:1.

What is the median household income in Jackson?

The median household income in Jackson, WI is $94,621 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.9%.

What is the weather like in Jackson, WI?

Jackson has an average high temperature of 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 54.3 inches.

Jackson, WI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Jackson, WI affordable or expensive?

Jackson's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jackson is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $273,800 and the median rent is $1,151 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Jackson, WI?

Jackson has a violent crime rate of 105.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 660.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Jackson, WI a Good Place to Live?

Jackson is a small town of 7,814 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $94,621 and a 5.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Jackson stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Jackson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jackson city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.5

Jackson's overall cost of living index is 95.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jackson costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jackson, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$273,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,151	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$94,621	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Jackson's violent crime rate is 105.9 per 100,000 residents — 72% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

105.9 /100k

Property Crime

660.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Jackson is served primarily by West Bend School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jackson, WI	National Avg
School District	West Bend School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jackson sees average highs of 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July, with 32.6 inches of annual precipitation and 54.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jackson, WI
Average High — January	27.9°F
Average High — July	81.9°F
Annual Precipitation	32.6"
Annual Snowfall	54.3"

Demographics

Metric	Jackson, WI	National Avg
Population	7,814	—
Median Age	41.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	15.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Slinger, WI 6 mi Germantown, WI 6 mi Richfield, WI 7 mi West Bend, WI 7 mi Cedarburg, WI 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Jackson

Jackson, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

53037

Jackson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson, WI affordable or expensive?

Jackson's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jackson roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $273,800 and median rent is $1,151/month.

What is the crime rate in Jackson, WI?

Jackson's violent crime rate is 105.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 660.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Jackson?

Public schools in Jackson are operated by West Bend School District. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. 31.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jackson, WI a good place to live?

Jackson, WI has a population of 7,814, a median household income of $94,621, and an unemployment rate of 5.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Jackson?

Jackson averages 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 32.6 inches with about 54.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jackson?

Jackson, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 53037.

What is the population of Jackson?

The population of Jackson, Wisconsin is 7,814 with a median age of 41.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jackson?

Key numbers for living in Jackson: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $273,800, median household income $94,621, crime index 29 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jackson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.