Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
25% cheaper
Jackson is 25% more affordable than Plano. A $75,000 salary in Plano is equivalent to $56,422 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. Jackson has a housing index of 56 while Plano sits at 123 (national average = 100). The median home in Jackson costs $125,000 compared to $400,000 in Plano, a difference of $275,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Jackson versus $1,700 in Plano.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Jackson scores 95 while Plano scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jackson (88) are lower than Plano (100).
Median household income in Jackson is $36,528 compared to $96,348 in Plano. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Jackson.
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