Jackson, MS vs Phenix City, AL
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.
Jackson
81.4
#42 nationally
Phenix City
72.3
#910 nationally
Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 21.3). Phenix City leads in median household income ($46,944 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in walk score (26 vs 24).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Phenix City, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 72.3 (#910) |
| Population | 143,709 | 38,441 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $212,499 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $46,944 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 90 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | R+27.8 |
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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C-
72.3 Score
Phenix City, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$212,499
Population
38,441
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Southeast
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