Jackson, MS vs Plum, PA
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
Plum leads in crime level (1.7 vs 8.1). Plum leads in median household income ($91,931 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in walk score (26 vs 13).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Plum, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 143,709 | 26,391 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $91,931 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 31.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 1.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+20.3 |
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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Score
Plum, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
26,391
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Median Income
$91,931
Northeast
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