Jackson scores higher on the Star Score index — 81 vs 80 — driven mainly by gross yield. Jackson yields 8.3% gross on a $212,335 typical home; Tuscaloosa yields 8.4% on $238,644 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Jackson | Tuscaloosa |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $212,335 | $238,644 |
| Typical rent | $1,470 | $1,668 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 12 | 12 |
| Gross yield | 8.3% | 8.4% |
| Star Score | 81 | 80 |
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