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Holland, MI vs Jackson, MI

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Are people in Jackson older or younger than people in Holland?
- The Median Age in Jackson is 2.1 years older than in Holland.

Are housing costs cheaper in Jackson or Holland?
- Jackson housing costs are 47.0% less expensive than Holland housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Jackson or Holland?
- The average commute for residents of Jackson is 2.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Holland.

Things to do in Holland?
Holland MI rests on the shoreline of Lake Michigan perfect for family trips looking for some sun & sand all while having easy access to Michigan’s Adventure regional theme park perfect for giving kids a day full of thrills and excitement!

Things to do in Jackson?
Jackson MI sits southeast Lansing renowned mostly for its abundance of trails ideal for cycling or jogging around lakeside areas like Clark Lake Park plus several museums worth visiting when in town.

 Holland, MIJackson, MIUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,810329,725,481
 Median Income$63,853  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$292,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.56  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Holland    11 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Like anywhere there is the good and dark side to living there. Having lived in the area before, going away for a while, and moving back in 2011 I have seen both. The  More

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I wanted to write this helpful addenum to my earlier comment about the city I work in, and the comminity I live in, nearby. Earlier on,I was being a little too negative.  More

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Over 14 years ago

Good for  More

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Reviews for Jackson    33 Reviews

I lived in Jackson for a long time I lived on 1st and 3rd Street right over by Frank's party store before that b**** burnt down. My dad and I would sit out on the front  More

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Over 6 years ago

I spent 20 years of my life fighting for freedom only to buy a second home in Jackson, biggest mistake of my life, and have the rights I fought for take away by a  More

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Never never ever move to this town! I was born there, grew up around there, made the tragic mistake of moving back there once and will never ever set foot there again!  More

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