Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
31% cheaper
Jackson is 31% more affordable than Burlington. A $75,000 salary in Burlington is equivalent to $52,119 in Jackson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while Jackson sits at 56 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $125,000 in Jackson, a difference of $255,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $900 in Jackson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Burlington scores 108 while Jackson scores 95.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than Jackson (88).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $36,528 in Jackson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Jackson.
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