Jackson, MS vs Redding, CA
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
Redding
66.6
#1525 nationally
Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 17.7). Redding leads in median household income ($67,323 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in cost of living index (85 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Redding, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 66.6 (#1525) |
| Population | 143,709 | 92,727 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $395,544 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $67,323 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 16.6 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 17.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | R+36.5 |
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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D
66.6 Score
Redding, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$395,544
Population
92,727
Crime
High
Walk Score
27
Pacific
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