Biloxi, MS vs Marion, IA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Biloxi
79.4
#121 nationally
Marion
80.8
#63 nationally
Marion leads in median household income ($81,519 vs $55,775). Marion leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 21.1 min). Marion leads in walk score (32 vs 31).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Biloxi, MS | Marion, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.4 (#121) | 80.8 (#63) |
| Population | 48,235 | 42,213 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $237,901 | $281,229 |
| Median Household Income | $55,775 | $81,519 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 19.2 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.5 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+28.9 | D+9.9 |
C+
79.4 Score
Biloxi, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$237,901
Population
48,235
Crime
Low
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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B-
80.8 Score
Marion, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$281,229
Population
42,213
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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