Jackson, MS vs Riviera Beach, FL
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
Riviera Beach
62.6
#1843 nationally
Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 25.8). Riviera Beach leads in median household income ($57,851 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in cost of living index (85 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Riviera Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 62.6 (#1843) |
| Population | 143,709 | 38,663 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $412,283 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $57,851 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 24.4 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 25.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+0.8 |
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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D-
62.6 Score
Riviera Beach, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$412,283
Population
38,663
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
32
Southeast
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