Jackson State University

Jackson, MS

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Jackson State University - Jackson, MS

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An academic landmark of Mississippi’s capital city

Public Urban Historic HBCU Walkable Tigers

Since 1902, Jackson State University has been a fixture of the scholarly community in its namesake city. Jackson State’s robust academics and visionary developments have earned the school distinction as one of the top HBCUs in the country, among numerous other major accolades. Tiger football games are major events for the whole community, and the “Sonic Boom of the South” marching band has earned a nationwide reputation as one of the best in the country.

JSU’s location in the heart of Mississippi’s capital city allows the university to serve as a cultural and intellectual landmark for the region, and also allows the college community to take advantage of the many nearby resources and attractions anytime. The campus is only a few blocks from Downtown, putting Jackson’s dining, nightlife, and historic cityscape at your fingertips.

Amtrak service from Union Station allows you to hop a train to Memphis or New Orleans for the weekend, and Bienville National Forest is just a short drive to the east. Apartments, houses, and condos near campus are often quite affordable, with rentals within easy walking distance sometimes available for under $400 per month.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Jackson, MS is $1,016 for a studio, $901 for one bedroom, $1,078 for two bedrooms, and $1,182 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jackson has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 478 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,016/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 667 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $901/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,022 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,078/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,311 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,182/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

21

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Gary Road Intermediate School

Public

Grades 3-5

703 Students

4
out of 10

Van Winkle Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

335 Students

2
out of 10

Gary Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-2

672 Students

Rating Unavailable

Pecan Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

463 Students

Rating Unavailable

Bates Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

430 Students

Rating Unavailable

Cardozo Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

625 Students

Rating Unavailable

Blackburn Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

614 Students

Rating Unavailable

Chastain Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

591 Students

Rating Unavailable

Brinkley Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

431 Students

Rating Unavailable

Siwell Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

400 Students

Rating Unavailable

Murrah High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,326 Students

6
out of 10

Callaway High School

Public

Grades 9-12

923 Students

5
out of 10

Jim Hill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

908 Students

5
out of 10

Forest Hill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

991 Students

4
out of 10

Provine High School

Public

Grades 9-12

774 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Davis Planetarium
  • Jackson Zoological Park
  • Mynelle Gardens
  • LeFleur's Bluff State Park
  • Mississippi Museum of Natural Science

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International

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