Hastings, MN 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.
Hastings
74.8
#545 nationally
Jackson
81.4
#42 nationally
Hastings leads in crime level (3.1 vs 8.1). Hastings leads in median household income ($87,722 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in cost of living index (85 vs 105).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hastings, MN | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#545) | 81.4 (#42) |
| Population | 22,121 | 143,709 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $388,563 | $84,299 |
| Median Household Income | $87,722 | $42,193 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 20.3 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 3.1 | 8.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 85 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+46.1 |
C
74.8 Score
Hastings, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$388,563
Population
22,121
Crime
Low
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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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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