Adrian, MI vs Jackson, MI
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.
Adrian
75
#506 nationally
Jackson
74.6
#574 nationally
Adrian leads in crime level (15.7 vs 29.1). Jackson leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 19.1 min). Jackson leads in median household income ($41,988 vs $40,797).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Adrian, MI | Jackson, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#506) | 74.6 (#574) |
| Population | 20,238 | 30,854 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,552 | $193,817 |
| Median Household Income | $40,797 | $41,988 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 16.9 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 29.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 83 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+23.0 | R+21.3 |
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75 Score
Adrian, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,552
Population
20,238
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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74.6 Score
Jackson, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,817
Population
30,854
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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