Duncan, OK vs Jackson, MS
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.
Duncan
81.5
#40 nationally
Jackson
81.4
#42 nationally
Duncan leads in median household income ($55,162 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 9.6). Duncan leads in walk score (27 vs 26).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Duncan, OK | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.5 (#40) | 81.4 (#42) |
| Population | 23,170 | 143,709 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $138,377 | $84,299 |
| Median Household Income | $55,162 | $42,193 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 20.3 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 9.6 | 8.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 85 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+63.7 | D+46.1 |
B-
81.5 Score
Duncan, OK
Small Oklahoma city with local appeal
Median Home
$138,377
Population
23,170
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Southwest
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B-
81.4 Score
Jackson, MS
Mid-size Mississippi city with community character
Median Home
$84,299
Population
143,709
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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