City vs city
Hattiesburg, MS vs Jackson, MS
| Hattiesburg | Jackson | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 48,507 | 149,827 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.1% | -2.2% |
| Median home value | $153,600 | $108,200 |
| Median rent | $995 | $1,018 |
| Household income | $44,140 | $43,238 |
| Unemployment | 7.3% | 9.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 16% |
| State crime /100k | 1,539 | 1,539 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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