Sandy Springs, GA vs Southaven, MS
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.
Sandy Springs
67.6
#1406 nationally
Southaven
73.6
#712 nationally
Sandy Springs leads in crime level (3.8 vs 8.3). Southaven leads in cost of living index (95 vs 137). Sandy Springs leads in walk score (27 vs 19).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Sandy Springs, GA | Southaven, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1406) | 73.6 (#712) |
| Population | 105,793 | 56,851 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $699,826 | $276,491 |
| Median Household Income | $93,303 | $72,513 |
| Average Commute | 26.5 min | 24.9 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 19 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+44.9 | R+24.1 |
D+
67.6 Score
Sandy Springs, GA
Mid-size Georgia city with community character
Median Home
$699,826
Population
105,793
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southeast
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C
73.6 Score
Southaven, MS
Mississippi community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$276,491
Population
56,851
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
19
Southeast
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