Retail Trade in Jackson, MS
Metro Market Score 34.9 (Favorable), ranked #25 of 378 metros. 2,440 establishments, 29,636 jobs.
Metro Market Assessment
Lower is better. Relative to national retail trade average.
Employment in Jackson's retail trade sector grew faster than most metros last year, pushing its growth trend index to 95.5. Combined with a 34.9 market score, this metro sits in the top 10% for overall conditions.
2,440 Retail Trade Firms in Jackson
Jackson vs Mississippi Statewide
How this metro's retail trade market compares to Mississippi overall. The state ranks #51/51 for entry risk.
| Measure | Jackson | MS Statewide |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 34.9 Favorable | 59.2 High |
| Score Type | Metro Market Score | Entry Risk Score |
| Rank | #25 of 378 metros | #51 of 51 states |
Metro and state scores use different methodologies (metro has 4 QCEW-based metrics; state adds BDS survival and momentum data). Direct score comparisons are approximate.
Other Industries in Jackson
Retail Trade in Other Mississippi Metros
Retail Trade Metros With Similar Conditions
Metros within 5 points of Jackson's 34.9 score. Useful when comparing markets with comparable entry profiles.
Retail Trade in States Bordering Mississippi
State-level entry risk for retail trade in adjacent states. Use this to weigh cross-border options.
Browse Retail Trade in Other States
State-level entry risk reports for retail trade across all 51 markets, sorted by rank.
Data Sources
- Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), Bureau of Labor Statistics. MSA-level establishment counts, employment, wages, and location quotients for the Jackson, MS MSA area.
Data period: 2024. Last updated: April 2026.