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Jackson

Jackson

Located in Jackson County

$168,308 Average Value
$466 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Jackson has a thriving manufacturing industry

Jackson is a city of around 3,200 people along the Des Moines River. With a northern half dominated mainly by industrial facilities, many homeowners come to the area for work and take advantage of local amenities with their families. “For such a small town, we have an incredible amount of manufacturing with companies like AGCO,” says Dave Schmidt, former economic developer for the city. “But there’s also a lot of nature. We’ve got a great river, lots of parks and plenty of activities in the summer.”

20th-century homes are on the west side of the Des Moines River

Residential streets are lined with well-worn sidewalks and shade trees. Lots are rarely more than a quarter-acre, and backyards frequently have sheds and other outbuildings. Driveways are typical of the area, cutting down on street parking. Turn-of-the-20th-century Cape Cods are on the west side of the Des Moines River. The newest homes are on the east side of the river, consisting of split-levels and ranch-style houses built in the 1970s. Both sides of the river are filled with midcentury designs. The median price for a single-family home is around $180,000, significantly less than the national median price of around $400,000.

Jackson Senior High School's football team won a championship in 2024

The area is served by Jackson County Central Schools, which has a B-minus grade from Niche. Jackson County Central Senior High School’s football team won the championship for their division in 2024. “We have a very strong athletics program,” says Schmidt, the Jackson Center for the Arts treasurer. “And our theater, speech and robotics programs usually make it into regional competitions.” Minnesota West Community and Technical College has a Jackson campus that offers cosmetology, welding, and information technology programs.

Jackson Motorplex hosts stock car races

Jackson has 13 parks and recreational facilities, including an 18-hole disc golf course, a skate park and several green spaces. Zimmerli Park is the home of a community garden, while Albertus Field has two baseball fields. With room for 7,500 racing fans, the Jackson Motorplex has hosted local and national-level motor races since 1954. In addition to classes, live performances and a rotating collection of art exhibits, The Jackson Center for the Arts has a farmers and makers market from May until September.

Bob and Ellen's serves coffee and cocktails

Fiesta Brava serves classic Mexican dishes, beer, wine and pitchers of margaritas. The indecisive can order the “Little of Everything,” which includes five popular entrees and a side of rice and beans. Bob and Ellen’s combines the morning grind of a coffee shop with the lunchtime specialties of a café. In addition to a variety of coffee drinks and smoothies, this regional chain offers burgers, cocktails and pizza. Chain restaurants and services cluster in the northern section of the city off Interstate 90, and Sunshine Foods is available for groceries.

Jackson Days starts with a downtown parade

Every August, Jackson Days begins the festivities on a Friday with a downtown parade, car show and auto races. The celebration continues on Saturday with a block party that includes local food, live music and dancing in the streets. The Rhythm of the River Music Festival attracts thousands every year for two days of live music, including country, funk and prog rock. The last weekend of November brings Holiday Fest, which rings in the season with vendors, pictures with Santa and fireworks.

Sanford Jackson Medical Center is a central healthcare facility

Interstate 80 and U.S. Route 71 are the area’s main highways. Sanford Jackson Medical Center has family services and emergency facilities.

Phil Keeling
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Jackson Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$409,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$409,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$466

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
318
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1952
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,877
On par with the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,353
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,335

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    10 - 11am

    70455 476th Ave, Jackson, MN 56143

    $574,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,600 Sq Ft
    • 70455 476th Ave

    WOW, check out the views of this Little Spirit Lake property!! 150ft of lakeshore with a lakeside deck and patio! 3 beds and 3 baths with a lower level walkout to enjoy the peaceful, tranquil life of the Iowa Great Lakes area without all the distractions. Great main floor featuring the kitchen and dining area that walks right out to the deck to grill and host your family and friends. 2 car

    Charlie Leissler RE/MAX Lakes Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Jackson Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,716
Median Age
41
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$63,032
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,334

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
4°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
22''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

12 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

20 / 100
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