Dolton, IL 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.
Dolton
76.8
#308 nationally
Jackson
81.4
#42 nationally
Dolton leads in walk score (50 vs 26). Jackson leads in average commute (20.3 min vs 37.1 min). Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 11.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dolton, IL | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#308) | 81.4 (#42) |
| Population | 20,410 | 143,709 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $158,114 | $84,299 |
| Median Household Income | $54,748 | $42,193 |
| Average Commute | 37.1 min | 20.3 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 8.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 85 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+46.1 |
C
76.8 Score
Dolton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$158,114
Population
20,410
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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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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