HEAD TO HEAD
Jackson vs Scranton
Jackson leads Scranton on 3 of 5 factors — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
Jackson, MI
wins 3 of 5 factors
Scranton, PA
wins 1 of 5 factors
Match scores, side by side
| Factor | Jackson | Scranton |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable to buy | 92 | 92 |
| Affordable to rent | 90 ◆ | 81 |
| Climate comfort | 88 ◆ | 36 |
| Plenty of sunshine | 61 ◆ | 33 |
| Big-city amenities | 34 | 76 ◆ |
By the numbers
| Figure | Jackson | Scranton |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $227K | $228K |
| Typical rent | $1,134/mo | $1,358/mo |
| Average temperature | 18°C | 8.3°C |
| Sunshine (solar energy) | 4.64 kWh/m²/day | 3.67 kWh/m²/day |
| Metro size rank (US) | #272 | #101 |
Home & rent Zillow, May 2026 · climate & sunshine NASA POWER climatology. Scores are normalised 0–100 across all metros; higher is better. A research aid, not advice.