Jackson metro, MS relocation guide
Moving to Madison, MS
$489,900Median listing price
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About Madison
Madison is the metro's premier suburb, sitting directly north of Ridgeland in Madison County with about 28,000 residents (2020 Census). It grew from Madison Station — founded 1856 along the New Orleans, Jackson and Great Northern Railroad, incorporated as the town of Madison in 1869 — into a sprawling community of master-planned neighborhoods and manicured parks.
Home prices in Madison
The median listing price in Madison is $489,900.
Top places in Madison
- Strawberry Patch Park — 7-acre city park with a 1-mile trail around a fishing pond.
- Liberty Park — the city's largest park, with sports fields and trails.
- Renaissance at Colony Park — open-air shopping and dining.
- Natchez Trace Parkway access.
- Historic downtown Madison (Main Street antiques and the "Historic Madison" arch).
Commuting from Madison
- Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~20–25 minutes south via I-55 (about 14 miles).
Schools in Madison
Public schools: Madison County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Madison FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Madison, MS?
The median listing price in Madison is $489,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Madison, MS?
Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~20–25 minutes south via I-55 (about 14 miles). - Which school district serves Madison, MS?
Madison is served by Madison County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.