Market Intelligence Report — MI-100

Jackson, MI

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-MI-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$255K
-0.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.46
-16.1% YoY

Active Inventory

444
+21.8% YoY

Median DOM

46 Days
-1.1% YoY

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The Jackson, MI, housing market exhibits cooling dynamics. While the median listing price shows a modest month-over-month increase of 2.0%, active listings have expanded considerably year-over-year by 21.8%, contributing to the softening conditions. The pending ratio stands at 0.46, reflecting a more balanced, though leaning-cooler, environment.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

Local economic trends can influence how quickly homes sell and how much competition sellers may face.

Job Market

4.5%-0.1 pp YoY

Unemployment rate · Sep 2026

Shows whether local employment conditions are supporting buyer demand.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Population & Migration

159,552-0.0% YoY

Resident population · Jan 2025

Shows whether the area is gaining or losing potential housing demand.

U.S. Census Bureau via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Future Housing Supply

Data not yet available.

Shows whether future inventory pressure may increase.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Jackson market right now.

Inventory levels have seen a substantial year-over-year increase, with active listings up 21.8%. This expansion in available supply is coupled with a notable year-over-year decrease in new listings by 23.3%, suggesting a slower pace of new supply entering the market relative to prior periods. Despite these shifts, the median listing price remains stable year-over-year at -0.0%, with a 2.0% increase month-over-month. The pending ratio has declined by 16.1% year-over-year to 0.46, indicating reduced absorption capacity.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$255K+2.0% MoM

Active Inventory

444+21.8% YoY

Days on Market

46-1.1% YoY

Sold Score™

58-16.1% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

58
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

With a pending ratio of 0.46 and active listings up 21.8% year-over-year, the pace of transactions has decelerated. Increased inventory is reducing competitive pressure, suggesting more opportunities for negotiation. This environment may encourage greater price discipline among sellers as the market adapts to evolving demand.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price has risen by 3.9% year-over-year to $330,270, while the median listing price remained flat. This divergence, coupled with a 5.7% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests sustained demand and price appreciation within the higher-priced segments of the market.

Supply Dynamics

444 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 158 per month.

Pricing Pressure
25.9%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +3.8% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +5.7% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.46

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

Recommended For This Market

Cooling

Selling in Jackson, MI? Inventory is up 22% from last year.

Jackson, MI is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
46%
Median Days on Market
46 days
Inventory YoY
+22%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Jackson, MI
CBSA Code
27100
State
MI

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Jackson?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Jackson metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.46 with median days on market at 46.

  • Are home prices dropping in Jackson?+

    Median listing price is $255K, -0.0% year over year. 25.9% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Jackson?+

    The typical listing sits 46 days on market, a -1.1% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 158 per month.

  • What's happening in the Jackson luxury market?+

    The average listing price has risen by 3.9% year-over-year to $330,270, while the median listing price remained flat. This divergence, coupled with a 5.7% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests sustained demand and price appreciation within the higher-priced segments of the market.

  • Where can I find a trusted Jackson real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Jackson agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 27100 · 36mo history