Jackson, MS vs Maple Grove, MN
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
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Maple Grove leads in median household income ($127,001 vs $42,193). Maple Grove leads in crime level (3.1 vs 8.1). Jackson leads in walk score (26 vs 13).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 143,709 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+42.6 |
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
75.5 Score
Maple Grove, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$430,006
Population
71,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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