Sprawling North Jackson encompasses the upper section of the largest city in Mississippi. "It's an urban area with lots of different parts. There's everything from apartments to multimillion-dollar homes," says Realtor Jenny Price, who has eight years of experience in the area and works with Pricepoint Co. Despite this wide variation, North Jackson has museums emblematic of the area's culture and history to ground it among plentiful new development including modern housing and open-air shopping centers.
North Jackson, a quiet and family-friendly neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi.
Some neighborhoods in North Jackson feature wide streets for additional parking.
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Affordable housing in a wide selection
Bordered by the Pearl River, North Jackson has many winding residential roads filled with single-family homes and smaller yards decorated with trimmed bushes. "North Jackson was mostly built between the 1950s to 1970s," Price says. Because of the development during this time period, midcentury ranch-style homes are predominant throughout the area. Home prices vary greatly throughout the area, as options range from homes in need of renovations that can be priced between $20,000 and $100,000 to renovated homes and contemporary estates that cost up to $1.5 million.
In North Jackson, you can find residences with expansive yards and generously sized homes.
Some neighborhoods in Jackson boast tight-knit communities, fostering close bonds among resident
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Easily accessible parks in North Jackson
The Ross R Barnett Reservoir attracts locals from all over the Jackson metro area when they want to spend a nice day out on the water, but there are several neighborhood parks close by in North Jackson as well. Tennis players frequent Parham Bridges Park for its well-maintained courts, and it's also a popular spot for joggers looking for a workout. Parents often take their children to Lake Hico Park to traverse the playground, while shaded picnic pavilions are the perfect place for an afternoon lunch.
Parham Bridges Park offers scenic walking trails to residents.
Lake Hico Park is a public park in North Jackson.
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Specialized learning at Callaway High
Students in the area go to the Jackson Public School District, which earns a C-minus rating according to Niche. Schools include North Jackson Elementary School, Henry J. Kirksey Middle School and Callaway High School. All three schools have C-minus grades on Niche. The high school offers the Freshman Academy and the Academy of Information Technology for specialized learning models.
Callaway High School is a public school located in Jackson, Ms.
North Jackson Elementary School is a public school located in Jackson, Ms.
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Museums for all ages
The Natural Science Museum features outdoor trails lined with dinosaur statues and aquarium displays with alligators and fossils. At Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, a historical place museum, locals can learn more about the city's history of segregation and the assassination of Medgar Evers, a civil rights activist. To educate and entertain kids, the Mississippi Children's Museum has play exhibits, from a giant scrabble board to a splash pad.
The Natural Science Museum in Jackson offers an interactive display showcasing diverse wildlife.
The national legacy of Medgar Evers is honored through a museum in North Jackson.
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Residents in North Jackson have access to public transportation through fixed routes via JTRAN.
Connected to downtown Jackson
About 8 miles from downtown Jackson, residents can easily commute to the city via Interstate 55 South by car or JTRAN bus. As for a nearby medical center, locals can go to St. Dominic Hospital. Residents can also access the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport for further travel from business trips to vacations.
Retail and restaurants in Highland Village Shopping Center
In the Highland Village Shopping Center, residents can stock up on the week's groceries at Whole Foods Market. As for restaurants, Kyuramen offers ramen and other Japanese foods in a unique atmosphere with a honeycomb booth structure. At Aplos Simple Mediterranean, patrons can order Greek cuisine in a bright white interior or on a patio in warm weather. A fine dining option, Char provides a Southern-style steakhouse ideal for special occasions. County Cajun draws in Jackson locals looking for some crawfish and Boudin.
Kyuramen is a Japanese ramen house located in North Jackson.
Whole Foods Market provides a healthier alternative to other grocery stores in North Jackson.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Parham Bridges Park
Hugh G. Ward Children's Playground At Parham Bridges Park
Presidential Hills Park
Lake Hico Park
Fondren Park
Presidential Hills Walking Trail
Grove Park
Broadmoor Park
Manhattan Park
Transit
Airport
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International
24 min drive
Bus
Frontage Rd & Comcast
Bus
Ohio & Wabash
Bus
E County Line Rd & Northpointe Pkwy
Bus
Ivanhoe & Liberty
Bus
Frontage Rd Across From Ridgewood Court Dr
Bus
Ridgeway & Bailey
Bus
County Line Rd & Woodhaven Garden Cr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Jackson
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Jackson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Jackson, Tougaloo sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in North Jackson, Tougaloo over the last 12 months is $167,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
58,914
Median Age
39
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,353
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,887
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.7%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.6%
Advanced Degrees
15.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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