RANK #658 / 996 · POP 98,644 · TN
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.2%
Madison County, Tennessee, is home to Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park, a significant site featuring one of the largest Middle Woodland period mound complexes in the United States, including the country's second-tallest earthwork mound. Located in West Tennessee, the county seat of Jackson is approximately halfway between Memphis and Nashville. The community offers a blend of suburban and rural living, with a commute time averaging around 17 minutes. Outdoor recreation includes numerous parks, such as the 850-acre Middle Fork Bottoms Recreation Area, which offers fishing and walking trails.
Life in Madison County is characterized by a mix of families and young professionals, with most residents owning their homes. The Jackson-Madison County School System serves over 13,000 students across 26 campuses, focusing on career readiness and providing a quality education. The local economy is experiencing growth, driven by investments in manufacturing and other sectors. Recent years have seen an increase in economic development projects, contributing to job creation and a diversified industrial base.
Above national median
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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AWS Data Center Campuses
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
|
$10,000M | Under Construction |
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Georgia-Pacific Dixie® Manufacturing Facility
Georgia-Pacific
|
$425M | Completed |
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The Crossings at Exum Place (Mixed-Use Development)
Unknown
|
$350M | Planned |
|
6K Energy Battery Material Manufacturing Site
6K Energy
|
$166M | Planned |
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McKellar Solar Farm (70 MWAC)
TVA, Meta, Silicon Ranch, Jackson Energy Authority
|
$90M | Completed |
|
Toyota Boshoku Tennessee (TBTN) Expansion
Toyota Boshoku Tennessee, LLC (TBTN)
|
$54M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Madison County has a Boom Town Index score of 34/100, ranking #658 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.2% and a median household income of $55,280, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Madison County is $170,700 with median rent at $994/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3238, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.3% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.2%. Home values changed -1.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.32% of Madison County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.