Jackson, MS vs Round Rock, TX
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
Round Rock
75.1
#504 nationally
Round Rock leads in median household income ($102,891 vs $42,193). Jackson leads in average commute (20.3 min vs 26.8 min). Jackson leads in cost of living index (85 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | Round Rock, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 75.1 (#504) |
| Population | 143,709 | 139,077 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $405,249 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $102,891 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | R+2.5 |
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
75.1 Score
Round Rock, TX
Dell's hometown in the Austin suburbs
Median Home
$405,249
Population
139,077
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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