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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Petal, MS vs Palm Springs, CA

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Are people in Palm Springs older or younger than people in Petal?
- The Median Age in Palm Springs is 21.4 years older than in Petal.

Are housing costs cheaper in Palm Springs or Petal?
- Palm Springs housing costs are 229.4% more expensive than Petal housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Palm Springs or Petal?
- The average commute for residents of Palm Springs is 2.6 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Petal.

Things to do in Petal?
Petal, MS sits in Forrest County with a population close to 10,500 people. Here you can visit unique attractions such as Chain Park featuring various playgrounds suitable for all ages or go on leisurely strolls along Leaf River Trail lined with scenic vistas ideal for photographers!

Things to do in Palm Springs?
Palm Springs, CA is a desert oasis surrounded by majestic mountain peaks in the Coachella Valley of Southern California. It is known for its chic resorts and bustling downtown filled with art galleries and lively nightlife. With a population of over 48,000, Palm Springs offers year-round sunshine and plenty of leisure activities such as golf, tennis, hiking and more.

 Petal, MSPalm Springs, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,799329,725,481
 Median Income$55,407  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock56.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$188,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.34  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Petal    1 Reviews
Cayla · Petal, MS
Petal native
Over 2 years ago

I am a Petal native 4th generation with a child (5th generation) in the Petal School District. I love it here, but I must say that a lot of the information provided on  More

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Reviews for Palm Springs    12 Reviews
William · Chicago, IL
Hot as Hell and Fake phony people!
Over 5 years ago

I lived in Palm Springs for 12 years and initially it appeared to be quite beautiful. The mountains are beautiful and palm trees, very stress-free and manageable.  More

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Jim · Santa Rosa, CA
Paradise Lost
Over 5 years ago

14 years is plenty long enough. This is a nice place to visit, not live. In the last 20 years the air quality, especially in the summer has deteriorated considerably.  More

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john · Encino, CA
Ghetto crime city with lots of glitz but no police
Over 5 years ago

Ghetto Crime City with lots of glitz... Police do nothing. Called 911 three times in a year: twice, no response. Provided the license plate of the criminals in two  More

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