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Lexington, KY vs Jackson, TN

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Jackson has been positive.
- Jackson has 1.2% less unemployment than Lexington.
- Jackson job growth has increased by 5.4% in the past 10 years.
 Lexington, KYJackson, TNUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock5.5%6.0%
 Future Job Growth37.8%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-4.8%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-3.9%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock3.2%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth7.0%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Lexington    62 Reviews

Lexington is a beautiful city. There are tons of tree lined streets and even trees in both sides of the city's only freeway. It's relatively small, which can be both  More

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Over 5 years ago

Very beautiful/underrated city!!  More

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I have lived here now for over five years, originally from the west coast and here is my top 10 for why you should NOT move here. #1 The Culture: They have none, it  More

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Reviews for Jackson    11 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

Let me tell you. Jackson Tennessee has become a literal hell hole. This is where America sends it's dreams to die. The city is riddled with crime and it's a small city  More

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We moved to Jackson in 2015 and have enjoyed getting to know this great community. We are pleased with the hospitality of the residents here. We have 4 Colleges and  More

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Over 10 years ago

West TN is hot and humid during the months of May, June, July, August, and  More

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