Montgomery scores higher on the Star Score index — 85 vs 84 — driven mainly by gross yield. Jackson yields 8.3% gross on a $201,741 typical home; Montgomery yields 7.8% on $212,437 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Jackson | Montgomery |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $201,741 | $212,437 |
| Typical rent | $1,393 | $1,383 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 12 | 13 |
| Gross yield | 8.3% | 7.8% |
| Star Score | 84 | 85 |
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