Moving to Jackson

Taxes

Type City County
Property tax
(per $100 value)
$1.97 $2.15
Ratio of assessment:    
Residential 25% 25%
Industrial 40% 40%
Personal (equipment) 30% 30%

Sales Tax: 9.75 (7% state tax, 2.75 local option tax)

Inventory Tax: None on finished goods

Payroll Tax: None

Utilities

Reliable Delivery.  Customized Service.  Competitive Cost.  This is what industrial customers can expect in Jackson.   A strong utility system is important to a community's economic future.  Jackson Energy Authority (JEA), Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation and Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) are major players in Jackson's industrial and economic growth and in its ability to attract more jobs.  JEA provides the necessary infrastructure of water, wastewater, electric and gas services so the community can grow.

Click here to view a full list of utility providers.