Columbus scores higher on the Star Score index — 85 vs 81 — driven mainly by gross yield. Columbus yields 7.7% gross on a $209,756 typical home; Jackson yields 8.3% on $212,335 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Columbus | Jackson |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $209,756 | $212,335 |
| Typical rent | $1,353 | $1,470 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 13 | 12 |
| Gross yield | 7.7% | 8.3% |
| Star Score | 85 | 81 |