Replying to Rails v Jumps: The talent disparity

Minnesota shredders. I've been riding parks in MN since before we had parks. I'm 27 and been riding since I was 8, most of which was spent jumping. The main thing I've noticed growing in MN is the number of incredibly talented rail skiers. The second thing I've noticed is the lack people even hitting jumps. It's not negative, or positive, it's just a thing. I realize it makes sense, we have smaller hills and tow ropes, but I think it's still worth pointing out. I can't count the amount of times I've seen someone switch up to 270 out, only to hit a jump and flail doing a 360. Here is where I'm in the vast minority. I've always loved jumping more than rails, and will be probably the only to say I feel safer trying new tricks on jumps. I'm twice as comfortable doing a cork 9 than a blind swap on a rail. So, I'm wondering a few things.

People that are good at rails, how do you feel about jumps?
Anyone else live in Minneapolis area that likes jumping?