Ridgeland, MS vs Turlock, CA
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.
Ridgeland
74.4
#603 nationally
Turlock
66.1
#1589 nationally
Turlock leads in walk score (46 vs 31). Ridgeland leads in crime level (8.8 vs 13.0). Ridgeland leads in cost of living index (99 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ridgeland, MS | Turlock, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.4 (#603) | 66.1 (#1589) |
| Population | 24,459 | 72,100 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $286,933 | $485,596 |
| Median Household Income | $66,171 | $74,559 |
| Average Commute | 20.1 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 8.8 | 13.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+17.3 | R+11.0 |
C
74.4 Score
Ridgeland, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$286,933
Population
24,459
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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66.1 Score
Turlock, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,596
Population
72,100
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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