Macon scores higher on the Star Score index — 82 vs 81 — driven mainly by gross yield. Jackson yields 8.3% gross on a $212,335 typical home; Macon yields 7.4% on $196,903 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Jackson | Macon |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $212,335 | $196,903 |
| Typical rent | $1,470 | $1,212 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 12 | 14 |
| Gross yield | 8.3% | 7.4% |
| Star Score | 81 | 82 |