Jackson, KY

Kentucky · Breathitt County

Jackson is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,128. Residents earn $34,317 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,128 Population 848/sq mi density

$34,317 Median Income $25,330 per capita

$75,900 Home Value $73,957 Zillow

$494 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature

48 Violent Crime/100K 812 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$34,317 median income, 10.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$75,900 home value, $494/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

48 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)

C+

Education

2.5 / 5.0

19.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $34,317

54% lower than US avg

Home Value $75,900

73% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 48/100K

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.0%

44% lower than US avg

Median Rent $494

58% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 10.1%

181% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.5%

33% higher than US avg

How Jackson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,128

Median Age44.8 yrs

Density848/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans5.5%

Economy

Median Income$34,317

Per Capita$25,330

Unemployment10.1%

Poverty16.5%

County GDP$307M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$75,900

Rent$494

Ownership56.4%

Zillow$73,957

Housing Units1,310

Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

Violent48/100K

Property812/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

Uninsured1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

Rain51.9 in/yr

Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.0%

High School+81.6%

Graduate+11.1%

School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%

Commute18 min

Broadband89.4%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Jackson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jackson receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jackson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jackson is $34,317, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jackson is $75,900, 73% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Jackson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 812 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Jackson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 23.4 inches of snow.

Jackson has a population of 2,128 with a density of 848 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.7% female and 44.3% male. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 2.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 28.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,128

Total Population

2023 Census

848

People / sq mi

44.8yrs

Median Age

15% above US avg

2.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%

Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jackson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.2%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jackson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jackson is $34,317, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,330 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $885, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 354 business establishments, including 9 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Jackson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$34,317
	54% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,330
Avg Weekly Wage	$885
IRS Avg AGI	$49,236
Gini Index	0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.1%
	181% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.5%
	33% above US avg
Establishments (County)	354
County GDP	$307M

Business (County)

Restaurants	9
Healthcare	34
Retail	37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,740
	50% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.9 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jackson is $75,900, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,957. Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $660 for a one-bedroom to $866 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,310 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $1,740 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$75,900
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$73,957

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$494
	58% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$619
1 Bedroom	$660
2 Bedrooms	$866
3 Bedrooms	$1,204
4 Bedrooms	$1,209

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.4%
Owner-Occupied	56.4%
Renter-Occupied	43.6%
Housing Units	1,310
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,740
	50% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.29%

In Jackson, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 1.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,259. The dentist ratio is 1:6,676. 21.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Jackson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health


Short Sleep	41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.4%
Uninsured	1.6%
	81% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,259
Dentists	1:6,676
Mental Health	1:418
Dental Visits	51.1%
Premature Death	18,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.9/10
Exercise Access	21.8%
Healthcare Facilities	34

Jackson has a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 812 per 100,000, 59% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Jackson receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Jackson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	47.8/100K
	87% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	812.2/100K
	59% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Jackson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation	886 ft (270 m)
Area	2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density	848/sq mi
Coordinates	37.5654°N, 83.3762°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Breathitt County County
Nearest Airport	Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 77 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"

37% above US avg

Snowfall 23.4"

Wettest Month (Jun) 5.25"

Driest Month (Sep) 3.42"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	64.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	91.2 / 100
Community Resilience	6.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Moderate
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012	6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky	M4.2	55 km
Aug 17, 1990	9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky	M4.0	70 km
Jul 30, 1997	6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee	M3.8	118 km
Jan 20, 2020	2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee	M3.8	139 km
Sep 17, 2004	8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky	M3.7	90 km
Feb 12, 1994	10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia	M3.4	149 km
Mar 5, 2019	7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee	M3.4	145 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	78 km
Nov 8, 1990	5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky	M3.2	59 km
Jan 27, 2009	4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky	M3.2	111 km
Apr 29, 2018	10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee	M3.1	141 km
Jan 17, 1999	7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky	M3.1	84 km
Apr 13, 2001	11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee	M3.0	116 km
Jul 17, 2019	7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee	M3.0	133 km
Apr 25, 2020	2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky	M2.9	133 km
Aug 14, 2009	4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia	M2.9	127 km
May 26, 2021	8 km NW of Fincastle, Tennessee	M2.8	138 km
May 20, 2023	Kentucky-Tennessee border region	M2.8	136 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	137 km
Feb 15, 2005	12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia	M2.8	136 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

139 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 23 fatalities, 386 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	18 km	2
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	43 km	10
May 8, 2009	EF3	97 km	2
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	64 km	0
Jun 29, 1973	EF3	79 km	0
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	42 km	1
Mar 4, 1955	EF3	96 km	0
Apr 2, 2024	EF2	96 km	0
Jul 4, 2016	EF2	89 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF2	85 km	6
Feb 29, 2012	EF2	34 km	0
May 8, 2009	EF2	92 km	0
Jun 2, 2001	EF2	79 km	0
Apr 20, 1996	EF2	81 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF2	79 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF2	21 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF2	70 km	0
May 21, 1990	EF2	84 km	0
May 6, 1984	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 16, 1982	EF2	100 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	66,345	57 km
1987	UNNAMED	66,145	12 km
1987	UNNAMED	38,312	79 km
1987	UNNAMED	32,565	95 km
1991	JENNINGS CREEK	29,308	97 km
1987	UNNAMED	21,562	69 km
1987	UNNAMED	20,994	47 km
2001	UNNAMED	18,013	21 km
1999	UNNAMED	17,759	39 km
1991	UNNAMED	17,406	57 km
1999	UNNAMED	17,328	59 km
1994	UNNAMED	15,526	70 km
1987	UNNAMED	15,138	82 km
1991	UNNAMED	14,264	86 km
1987	UNNAMED	13,124	45 km
1987	UNNAMED	11,817	78 km
1999	UNNAMED	10,990	79 km
1987	UNNAMED	10,817	14 km
1991	UNNAMED	10,183	85 km
1995	UNNAMED	10,148	86 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	36°F (2°C)	4.0 in	Coldest
February	40°F (4°C)	4.1 in
March	48°F (9°C)	4.7 in
April	58°F (15°C)	4.5 in
May	66°F (19°C)	5.2 in
June	73°F (23°C)	5.3 in	Wettest
July	76°F (24°C)	5.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.3 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in	Driest
October	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
November	48°F (9°C)	3.5 in
December	40°F (4°C)	4.5 in

Jackson has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and September the driest (3.4").

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Jackson is located in Breathitt County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 19.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.9% of the vote, a 59.3-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 34 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%

D 19.6%

Winner: Republican by 59.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.0%
	44% below US avg
High School+	81.6%
Graduate Degree+	11.1%
School Test Score	4.96

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density	848/sq mi
Total Area	2.7 sq mi
County	Breathitt County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.4%
Avg Download Speed	99.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.4 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	34
Restaurants	9
Retail Stores	37

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.9 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Jackson. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$226 ($135-$361)
Specialist Visit	$316 ($180-$496)
Urgent Care Visit	$180 ($90-$316)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,984 ($722-$4,510)
Dental Cleaning	$117 ($68-$180)
Dental Filling	$226 ($135-$361)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23-$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45-$108)
Brake Pad Replacement	$271 ($135-$451)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18-$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$541 ($361-$902)
Battery Replacement	$180 ($90-$316)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$90 ($54-$135)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$81 ($45-$126)
HVAC Repair	$361 ($135-$722)
HVAC System Install	$6,314 ($3,608-$10,824)
Roof Repair	$902 ($361-$1,804)
Roof Replacement	$8,118 ($4,961-$13,530)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,353 ($451-$3,157)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,530 ($4,510-$27,060)
DUI Defense	$4,510 ($1,804-$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,353 ($722-$2,706)
Will Preparation	$451 ($180-$902)
Trust Preparation	$2,255 ($902-$4,510)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14-$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27-$90)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$135 ($68-$226)
Manicure	$23 ($14-$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23-$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$72 ($45-$117)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.70 ($2.71-$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.16 ($2.26-$4.51)
Loaf of Bread	$3.43 ($2.26-$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.06 ($2.71-$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.96 ($3.61-$6.77)
Rice (per lb)	$0.90 ($0.54-$1.62)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$126 ($72-$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$63 ($27-$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$63 ($36-$108)
Internet (Monthly)	$63 ($36-$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27-$90)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45-$135)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$180 ($68-$451)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,804 ($1,082-$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$63 ($27-$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.22-$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$90 ($27-$226)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14-$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,082 ($541-$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$902 ($451-$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$361 ($180-$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23-$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$902 ($361-$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,275 ($4,510-$27,060)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27-$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$90 ($45-$180)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27-$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18-$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$271 ($135-$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$180 ($90-$361)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$491
Toddler	$489
Preschool	$489
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$348
Toddler	$355
Preschool	$355

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Breathitt County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	461	39	$31,979	1.75
Finance & Insurance	80	11	$58,850	0.75
Transportation & Warehousing	72	9	$65,881	0.65
Wholesale Trade	70	7	$49,640	0.67
Construction	53	8	$65,097	0.38
Other Services	41	37	$35,982	0.52
Professional & Technical Services	30	22	$63,563	0.16
Real Estate	16	4	$36,829	0.39
Information & Technology	10	6	$42,704	0.20

Colleges & Universities in Jackson

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Kentucky Mountain Bible College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	97	35.7%	$10,060	$10,060

Hospitals in Jackson

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
KENTUCKY RIVER MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	-	Yes	(606) 666-6000

Schools in Jackson

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Breathitt County High School	High	763	47	16.2:1
Sebastian Elementary School	Elementary	468	30	15.6:1
Jackson City School	Other	349	22	15.9:1
Marie Roberts-Caney Elementary School	Elementary	231	19	12.2:1

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Radio Stations near Jackson

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Jackson

7 campgrounds found near Jackson.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS	4.9/5	8	$60
BUCKHORN CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	37	$14, $60
LITTCARR CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	45	$24, $30
TRACE BRANCH CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	29	$24, $60
KOOMER RIDGE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	52	$27, $45
Buckhorn Day Use	-	3	$30, $60
Claylick Boat-In Campground	-	2	$20, $25

National Parks Near Jackson

22 national parks and monuments found near Jackson.

Park	Type	Fee
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Carter Caves State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park	State Park	Free
Grayson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Indian Mountain	State Park	Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Kingdom Come State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Natural Tunnel State Park	State Park	Free
Paintsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail	State Park	Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park	State Park	Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park	State Park	Free
Wilderness Road State Park	State Park	Free
Yatesville Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Jackson

48 trails found near Jackson.

Trail	Miles	Hike	Bike	Horse
REDBIRD CREST	70.6	-	-	-
GILBERT CK / ELISHA CK LOOP	13.5	-	-	-
ROUGH	7.9	-	-	-
OSBORNE BEND LOOP	6.8	-	-	-
SWIFT CAMP CREEK	6.7	-	-	-
LEFT FORK OF ELISHA CREEK	6.6	-	-	-
DANIEL BOONE TRAIL CONNECTOR	5.1	-	-	-
LEATHERWOOD LOOP	5.0	-	-	-
BUCK CREEK	3.3	-	-	-
KOOMER RIDGE	2.7	-	-	-
CAVE RUN LAKE	2.6	-	-	-
POWDERMILL BRANCH	2.3	-	-	-
DOUBLE ARCH	2.2	-	-	-
AUXIER RIDGE	2.1	-	-	-
COURT HOUSE ROCK	2.0	-	-	-
WILDCAT	1.7	-	-	-
LOST BRANCH TRAIL	1.7	-	-	-
TATER KNOB	1.4	-	-	-
BUCK	1.3	-	-	-
SILVERMINE ARCH	1.3	-	-	-
ROCK BRIDGE	1.3	-	-	-
CLEAR CREEK LAKE	1.2	-	-	-
RUSH RIDGE	1.0	-	-	-
HIDDEN ARCH	0.9	-	-	-
SKY BRIDGE	0.8	-	-	-
CONTRARY CREEK	0.8	-	-	-
AUXIER BRANCH	0.8	-	-	-
D. BOON HUT	0.8	-	-	-
CARRINGTON BRANCH TRAIL	0.7	-	-	-
BUCK BRANCH	0.7	-	-	-
TOWER ROCK	0.5	-	-	-
BISON WAY	0.5	-	-	-
SHELTOWEE CONNECTOR	0.4	-	-	-
CLIFF	0.3	-	-	-
CARRINGTON ROCK TRAIL	0.3	-	-	-
PEBBLE BEACH TRAIL	0.3	-	-	-
CHIMNEY TOP	0.3	-	-	-
PRINCESS ARCH	0.3	-	-	-
ANGEL WINDOWS	0.3	-	-	-
GRAY'S ARCH	0.3	-	-	-
MILITARY WALL	0.2	-	-	-
CLEAR CREEK CONNECTOR	0.2	-	-	-
WHITTLETON ARCH	0.2	-	-	-
WHISTLING ARCH	0.2	-	-	-
LEATHERWOOD LOOP AA	0.2	-	-	-
LEFT FLANK WALL	0.1	-	-	-
SHELTOWEE SPUR	0.1	-	-	-
SILVERMINE SPUR	0.1	-	-	-

Historical Trends - Jackson

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,116	$21,080
2015	2,079	$25,217
2017	1,996	$27,083
2019	1,935	$30,898
2021	2,208	$29,654
2023	2,131	$34,317

Museums in Jackson

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BREATHITT COUNTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6066664159	$17,928
OWSLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	KENTUCKY 11	6065936755
WOLFE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Jackson

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BREATHITT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1024 COLLEGE AVENUE	73,124
WOLFE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	164 KENTUCKY HIGHWAY 15 NORTH	68,550
OWSLEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	185 NEW HIGHWAY 11	46,657

Farmers Markets in Jackson

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
UK Robinson Center Farmers Market	3215 Quicksand Road, Intersection of Highway 15 South and Highway 1812	May to October	Tue:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Fri:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 2:00 PM;		Visit
Wolfe County Farmers Market	640 S KY 15	05/01/2013 to 10/31/2013	Tue: 10:00 AM-;Fri: 10:00 AM-;Sat: 10:00 AM-;

Restaurants in Jackson

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Variety Pizza

White Flash #2

Veterinaries in Jackson

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

West Liberty Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Jackson

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Go Time 3

Marathon

Shopping Malls in Jackson

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

North Jackson Plaza

Nursing Homes in Jackson

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NIM HENSON GERIATRIC CENTER 420 JETT DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	120	71	1/5	-	4/5	1/5	6066662456

Pharmacies in Jackson

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BREATHITT PRESCRIPTION CENTER	1112 MAIN STREET	606-666-7574
FAMILY PHARMACY	265 HIGHWAY 15 SOUTH	606-666-5519
HOMETOWN PHARMACY	95 JACKSON HEIGHTS	606-666-5500
JACKSON APOTHECARY	842 HIGHWAY 15 NORTH	606-666-7060
RITE AID - 3216	59 HIGHWAY 15 NORTH	606-666-2883
WAL-MART - 693	1589 HIGHWAY 15 SOUTH	606-666-2622

Cell Towers in Jackson

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
929 LEE CITY ROAD (76347)	LTOWER	94
LAUREL BRANCH ROAD (76332)	LTOWER	93
1726 KY 746 (76340)	GTOWER	87

Fire Stations in Jackson

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Jackson Fire Department	11 Fire Station DR	Mostly volunteer	606-666-9000
Vancleve Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	5439 Highway 15 N	Volunteer	606-666-4636
Watts-Caney Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	11455 KY HWY 15 S	Volunteer	606-260-0275
Wolf Coal Volunteer Fire Department	16 State Highway 1933	Volunteer	606-398-4911

Bridges in Jackson

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1964	328	8,419	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1966	160	5,200	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1966	157	5,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	26	4,950	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	66	4,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	526	4,950	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1966	264	4,371	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1966	212	4,371	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1966	221	4,371	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	568	2,847	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	568	2,847	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	38	2,662	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	106	2,277	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	84	2,277	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	432	1,973	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	432	1,973	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	143	1,941	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	143	1,923	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1951	43	1,904	F
Culvert	Concrete	2003	25	1,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2015	301	1,620	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1929	204	1,483	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	144	1,307	G
Culvert	Concrete	1996	50	1,307	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1959	406	1,160	F
Culvert	Concrete	1947	22	1,029	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	393	818	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	251	790	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	454	790	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	163	777	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	172	723	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1986	633	628	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	296	560	G
Culvert	Concrete	2016	24	560	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	476	532	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	353	462	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	77	430	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2005	22	430	G
Culvert	Concrete	1934	23	391	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	64	343	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	103	288	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2004	102	241	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1974	136	233	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	26	226	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	51	226	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	42	217	F
Culvert	Concrete	1934	23	204	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	116	204	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	73	199	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	60	194	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2010	320	190	G
Culvert	Concrete	1953	27	180	G
Culvert	Steel	1949	26	173	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1910	322	170	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	43	146	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	32	145	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	41	145	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	34	125	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	30	125	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2002	37	125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	28	125	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	42	125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	32	123	G
Slab	Concrete	1993	59	112	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	122	110	F
Culvert	Concrete	1994	51	106	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	28	104	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2001	70	85	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	25	84	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	73	79	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	42	77	F
Culvert	Concrete	1953	21	74	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	52	73	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1993	29	63	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	31	58	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	30	58	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1978	44	58	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	40	55	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2001	62	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1998	27	48	F
Culvert	Steel	1998	31	47	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	36	43	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	25	41	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	54	32	G
Culvert	Concrete	1962	35	31	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	53	30	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2023	37	30	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	35	20	F

Correctional Facilities in Jackson

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BREATHITT REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2725 STATE HIGHWAY 30 WEST	STATE	20	47	OPEN
CADET LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION PROGRAM	2665 KENTUCKY HIGHWAY 30 WEST	STATE	17	40	OPEN

Airports Near Jackson

19 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Julian Carroll Airport	-	Medium Airport
London-Corbin Airport/Magee Field	LOZ	Medium Airport
Big Sandy Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Clarks Field	-	Small Airport
Duff Airport	-	Small Airport
Hisle Field	-	Small Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport	-	Small Airport
One Oak Airport	-	Small Airport
Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field	-	Small Airport
Pumpkin Field	-	Small Airport
Rogers International Airport	-	Small Airport
Sargents Field	-	Small Airport
Stanton Airport	-	Small Airport
TEC Field	-	Small Airport
Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport	-	Small Airport
Weavers Run Airport	-	Small Airport
Wendell H Ford Airport	-	Small Airport
West Liberty Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Jackson

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Big Stone Gap Police Department

Grocery Stores in Jackson

18 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Apple Market 524	Convenience Store	445 Highway 15 N
Breathitt County Farmer's Market	Farmers and Markets	3215 Quicksand Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 2150	Other	726 Highway 15 N
Dollar General 23532	Other	1575 Highway 30 W
Dollar General 30155	Other	10349 Highway 15 S
Dollar General 30845	Other	59 Highway 15 N
Family Dollar 13361	Other	723 Highway 15 N
Family Dollar 2131	Other	121 Highway 15 S
Go Time 3 Llc	Convenience Store	9630 Highway 15 S
Houchen's Save A Lot 418	Supermarket	1471 Highway 15 N
Jackson IGA	Supermarket	1550 Highway 15 S
JACKSON KWIK MART 1078	Convenience Store	344 Highway 15 S
JIFFY MART	Convenience Store	807 Highway 15 S
Roaring Shoals Farm	Farmers and Markets	12205 Highway 30 E
SPEED ZONE CONVENIENCE CENTER	Convenience Store	8354 Highway 15 S
Vip Fuels 006	Convenience Store	30 KY-15
Vip Fuels 5	Convenience Store	20 N Point Ave
Walmart 693	Super Store	1589 Highway 15 S

Treatment Centers in Jackson

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Mountain Comprehensive Care - Wolfe County Outpatient	Substance Abuse	606-668-7983

DOL Wage Violations in Jackson

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $6,880 in back wages owed to 14 employees.

Violations

$6,880

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
St. John Neumann's Extended Hours Clinic	-	-	41339	-	1	$4,091	$511	8
Breathitt County Fiscal Court	-	-	41339	-	1	$2,114	$2,114	1
Go Hire	-	-	41339	-	1	$676	$135	5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jackson

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF GOD IN JESUS INC	329 MINESHAFT RD
CHURCH OF CHRIST OF JACKSON KENTUCKY INC	PO BOX 975
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JACKSON INCORPORATED	PO BOX 273
DEANO MOONEY MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 174
DRUSHAL MEMORIAL BRETHREN CHURCH	PO BOX 358
ELKATAWA FREE METHODIST CHURCH	333 BEATTYVILLE RD
EMMANUEL FELLOWSHIP OF BREATHITT CO UNTY INC	PO BOX 508
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 905
FULL GOSPEL DELIVERANCE CHURCH ON OLD QUICKSAND ROAD INC	PO BOX 3B
KENTUCKY MOUNTAIN BIBLE COLLEGE INCORPORATED	855 HIGHWAY 541
KENTUCKY MOUNTAIN HOLINESS ASSOCIATION	HC 80 BOX 153
KENTUCKY MOUNTAIN HOLINESS ASSOCIATION	1036 HIGHWAY 541
OAKDALE FREE METHODIST CHURCH	5801 BEATTYVILLE RD
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD INC	PO BOX 182
PREPARE THE WAY INC	39 MCZACKARY DR
REHOBOTH BIBLE CHURCH	1550 KENTUCKY 1098
SOLDIERS OF JESUS CHRISTINCORPORATED	4700 HWY 15 S STE 2
THE FREE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD INC KRAGON KENTUCKY	PO BOX 853
TURKEY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	7653 HIGHWAY 30 W
TURNERS CREEK MENNONITE CHURCH	3424 HIGHWAY 1933
UNITED METHODIST MOUNTAIN MISSIONS IN KENTUCKY INC	PO BOX 888
UNIVERSAL CONCORD INC	7843 HIGHWAY 541

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Mines

Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration

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Historic Markers

Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database

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Haunted Places

Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings

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UFO Sightings

Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database

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Bigfoot Sightings

Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization

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Mines Near Jackson

82 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Jackson.

Name	Description
#1 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
#1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#11	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#2 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
#2 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
#2 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#2 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#3 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#3 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#4 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#9 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Big Energy Coal #6	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Breathitt	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
D & H #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Della D Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
E Nickell Tipple	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Five Mile Creek Job	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Flint Ridge Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Flint Ridge Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Flint Ridge Mine #2	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Four Knobs	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Frozen Surface #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed)
Gentry Tipple	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Haddix Cont Loading Facility	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Haddix Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Hazard Star Loadout	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Huscoal No 6	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Jackson #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Kentucky River Loadout	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Kragon Tipple	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Magnum #19	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Magnum #19 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Marine Coal Mine #21	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Marty No 5	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mill Creek	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Miller Henson Caudill Inc #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Mine Number 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mountainside Coal Co #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Nix Branch Ug Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Tipple	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
No 1 Ug	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 2 Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 2 Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 2 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
No 7 Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
P-1 Flint Ridge	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (NonProducing)
Power Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Prep Plant #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Prep Plant #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Redwood Coal Co Loadout Facility	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Ridgeline Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Ridgetop #5	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
River Mining Co	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Rowdy Tipple	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
S-12 Calhoun	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
S-16 Gobblers Knob	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
South Fork Mine	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Surface #3	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Surface Mine #1	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Town Flats Surface	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Universal Minerals & Mining	Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Vancleve Coal Processing Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
White Oak	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Wolf Creek Job	Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Wolverine Loadout (T-4)	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Wye Prep Plant	Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)

Historic Markers Near Jackson

5 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Jackson.

Name	Description
Breathitt County	Marker is on Main Street.
Breathitt Volunteers	Memorial is on Main Street.
Quicksand — 1864	Confederate Raids and Invasions, and a Federal Retreat, in Kentucky. Marker is at the intersection of Kentucky Route 15 and Route 1089, on the left when traveling north on State Route 15.
"Bloody Breathitt"	Marker is on Main Street.
Bitter Antagonism	Marker is on Old Kentucky 15 (Kentucky Route 205) 3 miles Jackson. <font color=red> Reported missing.</font>

Haunted Places Near Jackson

4 reported haunted locations found near Jackson.

Name	Description
Combs cemetery	Many sightings and noises within the grave yard.
Frozen Creek	July 5, 1939, Frozen Creek was suddenly flooded killing hundreds. One of the most tragic events in Eastern Kentucky History. Supposedly you can hear children's cries at this site which was once a school/church before the flood.
Jackson Independent School	Haunted by a young girl who met her death after falling down a flight of stairs during a fire alarm. - October 2004 correction/additional information: It was a young girl who suffered from seizures. She had one on the stairs one night during a PTA meeting. It was in the 20s or 30s.There have been lockers opened during the night, books scattered up and down the halls.The face of a little girl in the window at night; janitors have chased the apparition down the hall, thinking it was a real chil...
Jefferson Hotel	Many can hear the sounds of the man who was gunned down on the entrance steps.

UFO Sightings Near Jackson

3 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Jackson.

Name	Year	Description
Hardshell, KY	2011	Orange lights.
Jackson, KY	2004	The triangular object&#39s had a bright white light &#44them a red and blue flashing lights. The white flashing light was more brilliant tha
Jackson, KY	2003	White sphere of lights over a field in south eastern KY.

Bigfoot Sightings Near Jackson

1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Jackson.

Name	Year	Description
Report 50746: Possible aggressive behavior at new rural cabin site near Stanton	2015

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jackson

What is the population of Jackson?

Jackson has a population of 2,128 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 848 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.

Is Jackson expensive to live in?

Jackson is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $34,317, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,900 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Jackson safe?

Jackson is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 812 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Jackson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Jackson?

Jackson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches, with 23.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Jackson?

The job market in Jackson faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $885. There are 354 business establishments in the area, including 9 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Jackson?

The median home value in Jackson is $75,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,957. For renters, the median monthly rent is $494. Fair market rent is $660 for a 1-bedroom and $866 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.4%. The average annual property tax is $1,740.

How are the schools in Jackson?

Schools in Jackson score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.0% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Jackson?

The obesity rate in Jackson is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 1.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 21.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,259.

What is transportation like in Jackson?

The average commute in Jackson is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Jackson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Jackson is 96.5% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, 2.3% Asian. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 28.3% of residents have a disability. 98.4% have health insurance coverage.

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