Jackson, MS vs San Marcos, 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
San Marcos
70.5
#1100 nationally
San Marcos leads in walk score (39 vs 26). Jackson leads in crime level (8.1 vs 9.8). Jackson leads in cost of living index (85 vs 100).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MS | San Marcos, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.4 (#42) | 70.5 (#1100) |
| Population | 143,709 | 71,569 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $84,299 | $310,480 |
| Median Household Income | $42,193 | $47,394 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 9.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 100 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+5.6 |
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-
70.5 Score
San Marcos, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$310,480
Population
71,569
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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