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2026 Compare Cities Overview:
Petal, MS vs Waxahachie, TX

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Are people in Waxahachie older or younger than people in Petal?
- The Median Age in Waxahachie is 3.7 years younger than in Petal.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waxahachie or Petal?
- Waxahachie housing costs are 73.8% more expensive than Petal housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waxahachie or Petal?
- The average commute for residents of Waxahachie is 0.3 minutes longer 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 Waxahachie?
Waxahachie, Texas lies within Ellis County giving tourists leisure areas such as Lowe`s Creek Recreation Area combined with employment opportunities at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center along with entertainment opportunities at Premiere Cinemas 6.

 Petal, MSWaxahachie, TXUnited States
 Population  Unlock39,815329,725,481
 Median Income$55,407  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock31.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$188,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.34  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Petal    1 Reviews
Cayla · Petal, MS
Petal native
Over 3 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 Waxahachie    4 Reviews
Mark · Waxahachie, TX
Move to West Sacramento, CA
Over 18 years ago

Hard to believe the cost difference when you compare Dallas, TX to West Sacramento, CA and then Waxahachie, TX to West Sacramento, CA. I did not think there would be  More

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Floyd · Waxahachie, TX
Nice Climate
Over 18 years ago

The climate here does get hot but there is always a breeze here to help offset the heat. The people of Waxahachie are very friendly and helpful. The schools are  More

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Dawn · Waxahachie, TX
Nice Town, Nice People
Over 19 years ago

Waxahachie has many fine qualities as far as a nice, family oriented place to live. The schools here are top rated and the teachers are extraordinary. We have many of  More

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