Jackson, MI

Michigan · Jackson County · Jackson Metro

Jackson is a mid-size city in Michigan with a population of 31,206. Residents earn $42,848 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

31,206 Population 2,897/sq mi density

$42,848 Median Income $23,984 per capita

$94,700 Home Value $183,802 Zillow

$874 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

1,108 Violent Crime/100K 4,135 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$42,848 median income, 6.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$94,700 home value, $874/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

1,108 violent crimes/100K (191% above avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $42,848

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $94,700

66% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1,108/100K

191% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.3%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $874

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.1%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.6%

83% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.7%

51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population31,206

Median Age34.9 yrs

Density2,897/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 66%

Veterans4.9%

Economy

C+

Median Income$42,848

Per Capita$23,984

Unemployment6.6%

Poverty18.7%

County GDP$9,061M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$94,700

Rent$874

Ownership53.9%

Zillow$183,802

Housing Units14,797

Rent Burden37.1%

Crime

Violent1,108/100K

Property4,135/100K

Murder12.3/100K

Assault825/100K

Burglary634/100K

Health

Obesity45.1%

Uninsured10.4%

Smoking21.7%

Depression29.6%

Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain32.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.3%

High School+88.5%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score4.94

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute17 min

Broadband91.3%

EV Stations26

Libraries14

Is Jackson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jackson receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Jackson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jackson is $42,848, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jackson is $94,700, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $874 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

With 1,108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,135 per 100,000, 111% above the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jackson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Jackson has a population of 31,206 with a density of 2,897 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (65.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 21% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

31,206

Total Population

2,897

People / sq mi

34.9yrs

Median Age

10% below US avg

11.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jackson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.4%

67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jackson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jackson is $42,848, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,984 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,195, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,104 business establishments, including 259 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Jackson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$42,848
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,984
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,195
IRS Avg AGI	$64,973
Gini Index	0.446 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.6%
	83% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.7%
	51% above US avg
Establishments (County)	3,104
County GDP	$9,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants	259
Healthcare	404
Retail	484
Manufacturing	251

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,416
	55% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.5 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jackson is $94,700, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,802, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $874 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $946 for a one-bedroom to $1,165 for a two-bedroom apartment. 53.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 14,797 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $5,416 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 37.1% 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	$94,700
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$183,802
Median List Price	$150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$150,000
$/Sq Ft	$108
Homes Sold	28
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.4%
Price Drops	21.4%
Inventory	117

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$874
	25% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,159
Rent Burden	37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$838
1 Bedroom	$946
2 Bedrooms	$1,165
3 Bedrooms	$1,534
4 Bedrooms	$1,626

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	53.9%
Owner-Occupied	53.9%
Renter-Occupied	46.1%
Housing Units	14,797
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,416
	55% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.72%

In Jackson, 45.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.6% of residents, above the national average. 40.0% have high blood pressure. 21.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.4% report binge drinking. 34.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.8% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,320. The dentist ratio is 1:1,468. 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

1.7

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

1.7

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

8.3

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

66.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

2.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

157.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.1%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	14.4%
Heart Disease	7.6%
High Blood Pressure	40.0%
Asthma	13.1%
COPD	10.8%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.7%
	55% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.4%
Physical Inactivity	34.8%
Depression	29.6%
Mental Distress	22.8%
Physical Distress	17.7%
Short Sleep	45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.6%
Uninsured	10.4%
	21% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,320
Dentists	1:1,468
Mental Health	1:286
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	55.7%
Premature Death	9,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	74.4%
Healthcare Facilities	404

Jackson has a violent crime rate of 1,108 per 100,000 residents, 191% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 824.5 per 100,000, robbery at 113.8, rape at 156.9. The murder rate is 12.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,135 per 100,000, 111% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,154, burglary at 634, vehicle theft at 348 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Jackson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1,107.6/100K
	191% above US avg
Murder	12.3/100K
	95% above US avg
Rape	156.9/100K
Robbery	113.8/100K
Assault	824.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,135.0/100K
	111% above US avg
Burglary	633.8/100K
Theft	3,153.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	347.7/100K
Arson	52.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Traffic Accidents	1,120
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Jackson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.9°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	951 ft (290 m)
Area	11.0 sq mi (28.4 km²)
Population Density	2,897/sq mi
Coordinates	42.2422°N, 84.4020°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Jackson County County
Nearest Airport	Capital Region International (LAN) 38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"

15% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	76.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	34.2 / 100
Community Resilience	91.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	85 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	64 km
Apr 20, 2018	Michigan	M3.4	115 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	54 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	117 km
Apr 12, 2007	11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio	M2.8	135 km
May 14, 2010	1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio	M2.7	132 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	146 km
May 20, 2023	3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio	M2.6	108 km
Jun 4, 1990	4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio	M2.5	142 km
Mar 18, 2024	4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio	M2.5	109 km
Sep 7, 2012	17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan	M2.5	117 km
Mar 8, 2010	7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan	M2.5	110 km
Feb 7, 2016	6 km W of Put-in-Bay, Ohio	M2.5	141 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

446 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 85 fatalities, 1,416 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	55 km	1
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	95 km	0
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	86 km	1
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	83 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	85 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	71 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	92 km	18
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	70 km	21
Jul 4, 1957	EF4	63 km	0
May 12, 1956	EF4	97 km	0
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	86 km	4
Mar 15, 2012	EF3	40 km	0
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	52 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	44 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	97 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	60 km	0
Sep 14, 1990	EF3	81 km	0
May 15, 1986	EF3	58 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	12 km	1
May 11, 1974	EF3	39 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	25°F (-4°C)	1.4 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	2.4 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.9 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.2 in
June	67°F (20°C)	3.6 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	3.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.2 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.3 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.2 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.6 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.3 in

Jackson has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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Jackson is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 21.3-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 26 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%

D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Traffic Accidents	1,120
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.3%
	55% below US avg
High School+	88.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	4.94

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,897/sq mi
Total Area	11.0 sq mi
County	Jackson County County

Services

Broadband Access	91.3%
Avg Download Speed	111.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	20.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	26
Alt Fuel Stations	30
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	404
Restaurants	259
Retail Stores	484

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.5 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	6.9%

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)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$498
Toddler	$511
Preschool	$511
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$744
Toddler	$744
Preschool	$682

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	9,250	265	$71,834	2.01
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,476	434	$66,029	1.06
Retail Trade	6,349	397	$39,753	1.14
Accommodation & Food Services	4,590	234	$21,094	0.90
Administrative & Waste Services	2,986	157	$39,255	0.91
Construction	2,405	300	$74,693	0.82
Professional & Technical Services	2,275	219	$84,317	0.58
Other Services	1,765	293	$36,508	1.05
Finance & Insurance	1,579	149	$77,904	0.70
Wholesale Trade	1,241	132	$84,925	0.56
Educational Services	1,057	39	$36,688	0.91
Arts & Entertainment	584	47	$20,775	0.62
Management of Companies	566	13	$104,551	0.60
Real Estate	532	98	$44,530	0.61
Agriculture & Forestry	296	46	$45,143	0.65
Unclassified	191	46	$57,565	2.45
Information & Technology	148	33	$62,191	0.14
Mining & Oil/Gas	37	4	$77,094	0.17

Colleges & Universities in Jackson

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Jackson College	Public · Bachelor's	5,895	—	$7,755	$9,795

Hospitals in Jackson

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE HEALTH	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(517) 788-4800

Schools in Jackson

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Jackson High School	High	1,056	54	19.6:1
Northwest High School	High	972	52	18.7:1
Northwest Early Elementary School	Elementary	869	44	19.8:1
Northwest Kidder Middle School	Middle	790	53	14.9:1
Northwest Elementary School	Elementary	778	47	16.6:1
Middle School at Parkside	Middle	766	48	16.0:1
Paragon Charter Academy (Charter)	Elementary	620	37	16.8:1
Northeast Elementary School	Elementary	481	29	16.6:1
Cascades Elementary School	Elementary	447	26	17.2:1
South Central Michigan Virtual	Other	411	5	82.2:1
East Jackson Elementary	Elementary	366	26	14.1:1
East Jackson Secondary School	High	364	21	17.3:1
Hunt Elementary School	Elementary	347	23	15.1:1
Townsend Elementary School	Elementary	334	23	14.5:1
Vandercook Lake High School	High	308	19	16.2:1
Jackson Preparatory Early College (Charter)	High	287	12	23.9:1
Dibble Elementary School	Elementary	281	16	17.6:1
Sharp Park Academy	Elementary	276	17	16.2:1
JPS Montessori Center	Elementary	139	8	17.4:1
John R Lewis Elementary	Elementary	130	8	16.3:1
Da Vinci Institute K5 (Charter)	Elementary	106	7	15.1:1
Francis Street Primary School (Charter)	Elementary	31	3	10.3:1

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Radio Stations near Jackson

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Handcrafted Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
WDBM 88.9 "Impact 89FM" - East Lansing, MI	alternative, college radio	MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Jackson

13 national parks and monuments found near Jackson.

Park	Type	Fee
Bloomer State Park	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hayes State Park	State Park	Free
Independence Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Mary Jane Thurston State Park	State Park	Free
Maybury State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian-Baseline State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
W. J. Hayes State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Jackson

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	33,135	$28,309
2015	32,942	$28,087
2017	32,724	$31,118
2019	32,411	$35,464
2021	31,347	$38,298
2023	30,930	$42,848

Museums in Jackson

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GANTON ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$69,254,436
HANOVER HORTON AREA HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101 FAIRVIEW STREET	5175638927	$106,138
TOMPKINS CENTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$94,939
WATERLOO FARM MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	13493 WATERLOO MUNITH ROAD	5175962254	$44,299
ELLA SHARP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5177872320	$10,438
WHISTLESTOP PARK ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$6,488
SCI-TEL ENERGY	HISTORY MUSEUM			$2,774
CONKLIN REED ORGAN AND HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5175638927
GRASS LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GROSVENOR HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5178499596
HUBBARD MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5175248891
IRISH HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5174675300
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JACKSON PARKS AND RECREATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7314258223
LESLIE AREA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5175895220
LESLIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5175895220
MANN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5175248943
MICHIGAN WHITETAIL HALL OF FAME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5179370533
POTTER CENTER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
STOCKBRIDGE AREA GENEALOGICAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Jackson

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
JACKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY	244 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE	0.0	638,849
SOMERSET TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	12715 EAST CHICAGO ROAD	0.0	2,160

Farmers Markets in Jackson

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
CONCORD MARKET	106 East Jackson Rd (M-60),
Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market	117 W. Louis Glick Hwy	06/04/2013 to 11/02/2013	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Visit
Friends of Walker Tavern Farmers' Market	13220M-50			Visit
Open Air Market of Stockbridge	125 South Clinton Street	05/02/2014 to 10/24/2014	Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
The Green Market at Allegiance Health	1201 East Michigan Avenue			Visit

Hotels in Jackson

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Jackson

Fairfield Inn & Suites Jackson

Holiday Inn

Holliday Inn Express & Suites

TownePlace Suites Jackson

Restaurants in Jackson

33 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AKA Sushi

Alpha Coney Island

Andy's Pizza

Applebee's

Bob Evans

Buffalo Wild Wings

Chilango's

Cracker Barrel

Doll and Burgers

Finley's American Grill

Grand River Brewery

Hibachi Grill and Sushi Buffet

Ironbark Brewing Co.

Jackson Coney Island

Los Tres Amigos

Lucky Cafe

Marino's Pizza

Nite Lite

Olive Garden

Outback Steakhouse

Pizza Hut

Red Lobster

Rocky Top

Roxy Cafe

Steve's Ranch

Texas Roadhouse

The Parlour

Tilted Arcade Bar

Veritas

Virginia Coney Island

WestEnd Farm to Table

Yen King

Cafes in Jackson

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggby

Biggby Coffee

Blue Moon Cafe

Jackson Coffee Company

Starbucks

Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Jackson

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AMC Classic Plaza 8

Jackson 10

Theatres in Jackson

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jackson Symphony Orchestra

Michigan Theater

Clinics in Jackson

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

WellNow Urgent Care | Jackson

Dentists in Jackson

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental

Summit Heights Dental Care

Veterinaries in Jackson

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinton Trail Animal Hospital

VCA Jackson Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Jackson

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jackson

Bus Stations in Jackson

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greyhound

Gas Stations in Jackson

34 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Admiral

Citgo

Kroger Fuel Station

Lightning Quick Gas & Go

Marathon

Meijer

Mobil

Pacific Pride

Sam's Club Fuel Center

Shell

Speedway

Sunoco

Wesco

Banks in Jackson

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American 1 Credit Union

Blue Ox Credit Union

Fifth Third Bank

Flagstar Bank

Huntington

Huntington Bank

Jackson County Chamber of Commerce

PNC Bank

TRUE Community Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Jackson

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jackson Crossing

Westwood Mall

Gyms in Jackson

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Jackson YMCA

Golf Courses in Jackson

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cascades Golf Course

Ella Sharp Park Golf Course

Breweries in Jackson

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
127 Brewing	Bars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink	3090 Shirley Dr	5172581346	Visit
Cork N Cap	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverages Retail, General Mer	904 Lansing Ave	5177840687	Visit
Grey Stone Tavern	Take Out Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, recreation, Tav	1008 Lansing Ave	5177896050
Key Largo Lounge Inc	Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, Night Clubs	1896 Horton Rd	5177824143	Visit
Korner Keg	Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Venues, recreation, Taverns, Bars, fo	2500 Page Ave	5177825797
Missy's Little Grass Shack	Grass Lake Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants, Lawn & Grounds Maintenance, Grass Lake, Restaurant, Mi	100 E Michigan Ave	5175223471	Visit
Shamrock Bar	Jackson Michigan, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and	1628 E Michigan Ave	5177688129	Visit
Sleeping Bear Winery, Cafe Microbrewery	Wineries & Vineyards, Food & Drink, Breweries	2110 N Concord Rd	5175317777

Nursing Homes in Jackson

6 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
RIDGECREST HEALTH CAMPUS 703 ROBINSON RD	For profit - Corporation	50	43	4/5	—	4/5	5/5	5177875140
JACKSON COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY 524 LANSING AVE	Government - County	194	190	3/5	—	3/5	5/5	5177828500
FAITH HAVEN SENIOR CARE CENTRE 6531 W MICHIGAN AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	83	82	2/5	—	3/5	5/5	5177503822
VISTA GRANDE VILLA 2251 SPRINGPORT RD	Non profit - Corporation	60	36	2/5	—	4/5	3/5	5177870222
COUNTRYSIDE CARE CENTER 2121 ROBINSON RD	For profit - Individual	108	92	1/5	—	3/5	3/5	5177874150
HEARTLAND HEALTH CARE CENTER-JACKSON 434 W NORTH ST	For profit - Corporation	100	57	1/5	—	2/5	4/5	5177873250

Pharmacies in Jackson

21 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALLEGIANCE HEALTH PHARMACY	1100 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-788-4907
BROWNS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES	1200 NORTH WEST AVENUE	517-789-8579
CVS - 8268	605 NORTH WEST AVENUE	517-841-4201
KMART	3555 ONEIL DRIVE	517-789-7988
KMART	3001 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-784-6129
KROGER	1100 WEST ARGYLE STREET	517-788-5476
LONGE DRUG	900 EAST GANSON STREET	517-787-3194
MEIJER	3333 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-783-0264
MEIJER	2777 AIRPORT ROAD	517-783-0064
RITE AID - 1265	2255 SOUTH JACKSON ROAD	517-780-9535
RITE AID - 4350	3100 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-782-9382
RITE AID - 4424	1089 NORTH WISNER STREET	517-782-0574
RITE AID - 4539	1733 SPRING ARBOR ROAD	517-789-6630
ROSE CITY PHARMACY	300 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE	517-784-3430
SAM'S CLUB - 6658	3600 ONEIL DRIVE	517-788-5961
TARGET	1076 JACKSON CROSSING	517-788-5359
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5160	1700 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-817-0378
WALGREENS - 5707	3040 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	517-768-9002
WALGREENS - 9133	1314 NORTH WEST AVENUE	517-783-1803
WEATHERWAX DRUG STORE HINKLEY	210 HINCKLEY BOULEVARD	517-784-3184
WELCOME PHARMACY SOUTH	303 WEST PROSPECT STREET	517-787-2132

EV Charging Stations in Jackson

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	2777 Airport Rd	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Art Moehn Chevrolet of Jackson	2200 Seymour Rd	LOOP	1	4	J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Jackson Airport	3606 Wildwood Ave	RED_E	2	3	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Art Moehn Chevrolet	2200 Seymour Rd	Non-Networked	1	1	J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Aladdin	4809 James McDivitt	Blink Network	1		J1772	public
Consumers Energy Employee Parking Garage - East	300 Cooper St	Non-Networked	12		J1772	private
Consumers Energy Employee Parking Garage - West	225 E Washington St	Non-Networked	10		J1772 TESLA	private
CONSUMERSENERGY PAR #1	1945 W Parnall Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Jackson City Hall - Black Permit Parking Lot	146 W Cortland St	Non-Networked	4		J1772	public
Jackson City Hall - W Michigan Ave Parking	161 W Michigan Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Jackson Community College - Bert Walker Hall Parking Lot	2111 Emmons Rd	Non-Networked	3		J1772	public
JCDOT STATION 1	2400 N Elm Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
JCDOT STATION 2	2400 N Elm Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
MAIN CAMPUS STATION 01	205 N. East Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Seymour Ford Lincoln	2601 Seymour Rd	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Jackson

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1035 - B Henry Road	GTOWER	102
1035 - B Henry Road	GTOWER	102
9782 1/2 Brown Road (111062)	GTOWER	98
9782 1/2 Brown Road (111062)	GTOWER	98
9230 Cedar Knolls Drive	LTOWER	84
9230 Cedar Knolls Drive	LTOWER	84
11705 Spring Arbor Road	LTOWER	82
11705 Spring Arbor Road	LTOWER	82
Grass Lake Cell Site 2419 Morrissey Road	TOWER	82
2280 BASELINE ROAD	TOWER	81
2280 BASELINE ROAD	TOWER	81
6100 Tripp Road	LTOWER	80
6100 Tripp Road	LTOWER	80
18801 Vicary Road (46915)	MTOWER	60
18801 Vicary Road (46915)	MTOWER	60
9960 W. Chicago Rd. (111194)	LTOWER	59
9960 W. Chicago Rd. (111194)	LTOWER	59
13500 US-12 (46980)	MTOWER	59
13500 US-12 (46980)	MTOWER	59
STOCKBRIDGE CELL SITE 4400 ADAMS ROAD	TOWER	52

Fire Stations in Jackson

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Blackman-Leoni Township Department of Public Safety	1996 W Parnall RD	Career	517-788-4223
City of Jackson Fire Department	518 N Jackson ST	Career	517-788-4150
Summit Fire Department	2121 Ferguson RD	Mostly career	517-788-4115

Power Plants Near Jackson

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
JACKSON COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY	NOT AVAILABLE	NOT AVAILABLE	-84.4	NOT AVAILABLE
JACKSON GENERATING STATION	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-84.4	OP

Bridges in Jackson

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	138	54,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	159	46,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2020	724	33,550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2019	724	33,550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2021	201	32,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2022	201	32,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2021	162	27,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	54	21,340	P
Arch (Deck)	Concrete continuous	1915	74	15,940	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	134	15,194	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	60	14,160	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	122	12,954	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	122	12,954	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	139	11,810	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1956	39	11,402	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	150	10,196	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	150	10,196	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	165	9,375	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	206	9,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	313	8,060	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2019	155	7,805	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	49	7,591	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	85	7,369	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	26	7,050	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	90	6,730	P
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1903	43	6,343	P
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	245	6,200	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1919	59	4,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2009	305	4,490	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2009	59	4,412	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1936	49	3,758	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Steel	1984	57	3,393	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1958	165	2,625	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2015	62	1,930	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	50	1,087	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1978	109	1,050	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	171	250	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1970	40	86	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1934	49	15	F

Correctional Facilities in Jackson

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
G ROBERT COTTON CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	3500 N ELM RD	STATE	1,796	1,842	OPEN
COOPER STREET CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	3100 COOPER ST	STATE	1,739	1,754	OPEN
PARNALL CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	1780 E PARNALL RD	STATE	1,675	1,695	OPEN
CHARLES EGELER RECEPTION & GUIDANCE CENTER	3855 COOPER ST	STATE	950	1,485	OPEN
SOUTHERN MICHIGAN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	4002 COOPER ST	STATE		1,400	CLOSED
JACKSON COUNTY JAIL-CHANTER ROAD	1995 CHANTER RD	COUNTY	-999	240	OPEN
JACKSON COUNTY JAIL-WESLEY STREET	212 W WESLEY ST	COUNTY	-999	200	OPEN
JACKSON COUNTY YOUTH CENTER	930 FLEMING AVENUE	COUNTY	-999	50	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Jackson

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Jackson, MI	501 East Michigan Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Jackson

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BUCKEYE TERMINALS, LLC	6777 BROOKLYN ROAD	JACKSON
CONSUMERS ENERGY MERCURY ASSESSMENTS	212 WEST MICHIGAN AVENUE	JACKSON
COUNTY OF JACKSON RESOURCE RECOVERY	1990 E PARNELL RD	JACKSON
INTERNATIONAL FOAM & TRIM	1040 HURST DR.	JACKSON
MILSCO MANUFACTURING COMPANY	2313 BROOKLYN ROAD	JACKSON
NYLONCRAFT OF MICHIGAN	1640 EAST CHICAGO ROAD	HILLSDALE

Airports Near Jackson

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bishop International Airport	FNT	Medium Airport
Capital Region International Airport	LAN	Medium Airport
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport	TOL	Medium Airport
Jackson County Airport/Reynolds Field	JXN	Medium Airport
Abrams Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Rahe Airport	—	Small Airport
Airbatco Field	—	Small Airport
Al Meyers Airport	—	Small Airport
Ann Arbor Municipal Airport	ARB	Small Airport
Archer Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Barnstormers 5 Airport	—	Small Airport
Betz Airport	—	Small Airport
Branch County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Brewer Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Brighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Cackleberry Airport	—	Small Airport
Carl's Airport	—	Small Airport
Carriage Lane Airport	—	Small Airport
Claucherty Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Nine East Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Nine West Airport	—	Small Airport
Crippen Field	—	Small Airport
Davis Field	—	Small Airport
Dennis Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitch H Beach Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Crown Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	—	Small Airport
Gooding Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorilla Airport	—	Small Airport
Gradolph Field	—	Small Airport
Grieser Airport	—	Small Airport
Haigh Airport	—	Small Airport
Ham-A-Lot Field	—	Small Airport
Hillsdale Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiram Cure Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoerners Corners Airport	—	Small Airport
Howard Airfield	—	Small Airport
Huffman Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ionia County Airport	—	Small Airport
Joyce Binns Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Kellers Strip	—	Small Airport
Lautzenhiser Airpark	—	Small Airport
Law Field	—	Small Airport
Lenawee County Airport	ADG	Small Airport
Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport	—	Small Airport
Maidens Airport	—	Small Airport
Maple Grove Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Jackson

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Cambridge Township Police Department
City of Jackson Police Department	216 East Washington Avenue
City of Leslie Police Department
Michigan State Police
Woodstock Police Department	6486 Devils Lake Highway

Grocery Stores in Jackson

87 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven 36925-A	Convenience Store	2900 Airport Rd
A & A II	Supermarket	2422 Page Ave
Admiral	Convenience Store	1910 E Michigan Ave
Admiral	Convenience Store	846 N West Ave
Airport Road Shell 1000	Convenience Store	2545 Airport Rd
ALDI 67030 67030	Supermarket	1100 W North St
ALDI 67111	Supermarket	3021 E Michigan Ave
Amanati's Take Out	Convenience Store	262 Cooper St
B & S Corner Convenience Store	Convenience Store	1000 E Ganson St
Big House Subs 9 LLC	Restaurant Meals Program	927 N West Ave
Bob's Takeout	Convenience Store	737 Page Ave
Bp Airport Rd	Convenience Store	2500 Airport Rd
CVS 8268	Other	605 N West Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 7858	Other	2400 E Michigan Ave
Dollar General 12375	Other	3330 Spring Arbor Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 13699	Other	1052 Cooper St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18438	Other	6275 Rives Junction Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18885	Other	3857 Weatherwax Rd
Dollar General 21222	Other	216 W Morrell St
Dollar General 30739	Other	75519 E Michigan Ave
Dollar General 5888	Other	2200 Wildwood Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 6025	Other	1901 Francis St
Dollar General 6278	Other	1220 W Parnall Rd
Dollar Tree 169	Other	1028 Jackson Xing
Dollar Tree 4546	Other	3140 E Michigan Ave
DOLLARTREE 10975	Other	1733 Spring Arbor Rd
Express Stop 4676	Convenience Store	1601 W Morrell St
Express Stop 4677	Convenience Store	710 E South St
Family Dollar 1334	Other	1521 E Michigan Ave
Family Dollar 2310	Other	109 W Prospect St
Family Dollar 6911	Other	1733 Spring Arbor Rd
Family Dollar 7313	Other	805 N Francis St
Gordon Food Service Store MP018	Supermarket	1507 Boardman Rd
Grand River Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	117 W Louis Glick Hwy
Green Market At Allegiance Health	Farmers and Markets	201 E Michigan Ave
Greenwood Liquor & Food Market LLC	Convenience Store	212 W Biddle St
Jacks Take Out 1	Convenience Store	118 E Mason St
Jackson Crossing Shell 1400	Convenience Store	1780 Clinton
Jackson SDM 173	Convenience Store	6208 Rives Junction Rd
Kelly Express Mart 57	Convenience Store	3151 County Farm Rd
Kelly Express Mart 73	Convenience Store	1240 S West Ave
Kelly Express Mart 74	Convenience Store	3797 W Michigan Ave
Keys Party Store	Convenience Store	500 4th St
KROGER STORE 680	Super Store	1100 W Argyle St
Lansing Ave Ps Mart 3004	Convenience Store	815 Lansing Ave
M&m's Liquor Inc.	Convenience Store	7735 Bunkerhill Rd
McDonald's	Restaurant Meals Program	3310 E Michigan Ave
McDonald's	Restaurant Meals Program	407 W Prospect St
McDonald's	Restaurant Meals Program	1105 N West AVe
McDonald's #11684	Restaurant Meals Program	1909 W Michigan Ave
McDonald's #8114	Restaurant Meals Program	3425 Lansing Ave
Meijer Gas Station 30	Convenience Store	2777 Airport Rd
Meijer Gas Station 56	Convenience Store	3333 E Michigan Ave
Meijer Inc 30	Super Store	2777 Airport Rd
New Quick Mart	Convenience Store	1129 Greenwood Ave
Nwa Fuel Mart Llc 1	Convenience Store	1612 N West Ave
Papa John's #797	Restaurant Meals Program	929 N West Ave
PARNALL PARTY MART	Convenience Store	1511 W Parnall Rd
Polly's Country Market 16	Super Store	1210 W Parnall Rd
Polly's Food Service 6	Super Store	1821 Spring Arbor Rd
Power Party Store	Convenience Store	1630 E Michigan Ave
PS Food Mart 3007	Convenience Store	1502 Cooper St
Raman Inc dba The Party Port	Convenience Store	2123 Lansing Ave
S G Mini Mart Inc	Convenience Store	1403 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Sam's Club 6658	Super Store	3600 Oneil Dr
Seahouse Fish & Chicken II 1	Grocery Store	400 W Prospect St
Seymour Party Store	Convenience Store	606 Seymour Ave
Simple Petroleum Inc	Convenience Store	2002 E Michigan Ave
Speedway 5519	Convenience Store	3346 E Michigan Ave
Speedway 7784	Convenience Store	608 N Wisner St
Stop One Party Store 1	Convenience Store	616 Francis Street
Subway 12716	Restaurant Meals Program	2575 Airport Rd
Subway 14544	Restaurant Meals Program	1604 W Morrell St
Subway 22786	Restaurant Meals Program	1220 W Parnall Rd
Subway 35023	Restaurant Meals Program	1700 W Michigan Ave
Take Out Party Store	Convenience Store	2206 Francis St
Target Store 673	Super Store	1076 Jackson Xing
The Beef Barn	Specialty Store	3095 Cooper St
VILLAGE LIQUOR	Convenience Store	6387 Lansing Ave
WALGREENS 5707	Other	3040 E Michigan Ave
Walgreens 9133	Other	1314 N West Ave
Walmart 5160	Super Store	1700 W Michigan Ave
Wesco 12	Convenience Store	4101 Lansing Ave
West Ave Ps Mart 3006	Convenience Store	1301 S West Ave
Wildwood Spee-D-Mart 1960	Convenience Store	801 Wildwood Ave
Yogi's	Convenience Store	730 Lansing Ave
Zina Fuel	Convenience Store	505 N West Ave

Treatment Centers in Jackson

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Lifeways	Both	517-789-1200
Victory Clinical Services III	Substance Abuse	517-784-2929

DOL Wage Violations in Jackson

50 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $662,560 in back wages owed to 789 employees.

Violations

$662,560

Back Wages Owed

789

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
Hardrock HDD, Inc.	SIGNIFICANT	—	49201	—	1	$150,802	$5,800	26
Taylor Postal Contracting, Inc.	—	—	49201	—	2	$73,106	$949	77
Emmons Service, Inc.	—	—	49202	—	2	$55,208	$1,725	32
Arrow Swift Printing, Inc.	—	—	49202	—	1	$42,676	$14,225	3
King Crab Cajun Seafood Restaurant	—	—	49202	—	1	$40,874	$10,218	4
Tylers Construction, LLC	—	—	49202	—	2	$38,594	$788	49
COMPASSIONATE CARE AT HOME LLC [OSHA]	—	—	49201	Home Health Care Services	2	$28,235	$3,529	8
CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY [OSHA]	—	CMS Energy	49201	Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation	2	$23,843	$11,922	2
ELM PLATING CO [OSHA]	—	—	49203	Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring	1	$23,819	$1,985	12
COMTRONICS	—	—	49203	—	1	$18,175	$519	35
Keyes Produce	—	—	49202	—	1	$16,761	$5,587	3
HCL America	—	—	49201	—	1	$14,847	$479	31
Quality Inn	—	Choice Hotels	49202	—	1	$11,969	$5,985	2
Mancino's of Jackson	—	—	49202	—	1	$11,655	$613	19
Bethany, Inc.	—	—	49202	—	1	$9,690	$570	17
Comfort Inn & Suites	—	Choice Hotels	49202	—	2	$8,715	$436	20
RAY CONSTRUCTION CO INC	—	—	49201	Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors	1	$8,150	$388	21
Allegra Rehab & Nursing Center	—	—	49202	—	1	$8,021	$146	55
Airport Lanes/ Little Caesar's Pizza Parlor	—	—	49202	—	1	$7,852	$341	23
Donald C Jones, M.D., P.C.	—	—	49203	—	1	$6,564	$1,641	4
Aka Sushi	—	—	49202	—	1	$6,235	$2,078	3
Popeyes Louisana Kitchen	—	Restaurant Brands International	49202	—	1	$5,611	$244	23
Don Burke Asphalt, Paving & Seal Coating	—	—	49201	—	1	$5,367	$488	11
CHRIST CENTERED HOMES INC	—	—	49202	Other Residential Care Facilities	1	$5,188	$60	87
FRY KRISP FOOD PRODUCTS INC [OSHA]	—	—	49202	Dry Pasta, Dough, and Flour Mixes Manufacturing from Purchased Flour	1	$4,875	$222	22
Christ Centered Homes	—	—	49201	—	1	$3,600	$100	36
Jackson Travel Lodge	—	—	49202	—	1	$2,796	$559	5
Billy White Roofing	—	—	49203	—	2	$2,672	$382	7
Schaff Vision Care	—	—	49202	—	1	$2,582	$861	3
Jackson County Medical Care Facility	—	—	49201	—	1	$2,557	$2,557	1
Nelson Company	—	—	49203	—	1	$2,500	$227	11
Buzz Wireless	—	—	49201	—	1	$2,457	$137	18
Worden & Co.	—	—	49204	—	1	$2,444	$407	6
Prime Cuts of Jackson	—	—	49203	—	1	$2,422	$303	8
Boswell, Schultz, Sonnenburg, & Arnett	—	—	49201	—	1	$2,350	$470	5
Jimmy Johns	—	Inspire Brands	49202	—	1	$1,538	$59	26
Marr's Avenue Grill, Inc.	—	—	49201	—	1	$1,253	$418	3
Tan-Fastic Sun Tanner- West Ave	—	—	49202	—	1	$1,243	$155	8
All-Pro Realty and Property Management	—	—	49202	—	1	$1,211	$173	7
Lakeside Cabins and Sheds	—	—	49202	—	1	$904	$452	2
IPC International Corp -Westwood Mall	—	—	49202	—	1	$808	$202	4
Tyler Construction Services, LLC	—	—	49202	—	1	$790	$56	14
Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan, Inc	—	—	49202	—	1	$391	$33	12
BAYMONT INN & SUITES	—	—	49202	—	1	$320	$53	6
Tan-Fastic Sun Tanner Corporate	—	—	49203	—	1	$211	$53	4
Right at Home	—	—	49201	—	1	$207	$104	2
JOHNNYS TREE SERVICE [OSHA]	—	—	49203	Landscaping Services	1	$206	$41	5
Center for Family Health	—	Center for Family Health	49201	—	1	$139	$70	2
Biggby Coffee Store 663	—	—	49203	—	1	$72	$24	3
Tan-Fastic Sun Tanner- Parnall	—	—	49201	—	1	$56	$28	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jackson

88 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABIDING FAITH OF JACKSON INC	211 MIDLAND ST
ADVANCING KINGDOM TRIBE	1800 WARREN AVE
AGAPE CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH OF JACKSON INC	1215 LINWOOD AVE
ALPHA-OMEGA GOSPEL MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1272
ARISE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	4425 S JACKSON RD
BEACON CHURCH INC	6000 REYNOLDS RD
BIBLES AND BURGERS INC	3616 DAVE ST
CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH	1650 LINDSEY RD
CALVARY CHURCH OF JACKSON INC	PO BOX 6367
CALVARY MISSIONAKRY BAPTIST CHURCH	1000 E NORTH ST
CASCADES FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH	2390 W HIGH ST
CASCADES WESLEYAN CHURCH	1404 ROWAN ST
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF JACKSON LENAWEE AND HILLSDALE COUNTIES	3425 FRANCIS ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	839 HALSTEAD BLVD
CENTRAL WESLEYAN CHURCH	119 N WEBSTER ST
CHRIST HOUSING COMMUNITY	327 W MONROE ST
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	144 MITCHELL ST
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	141 MOORE ST
CITY OF ZION MINISTRIES	1500 W NORTH ST APT A44
CLINTON ROAD BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH	4401 VAN HORN RD
CONNECTIONS 4 CHRIST	7251 STANDISH RD
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JACKSON MICHIGAN	2395 W HIGH ST
DIVINE WINGS FELLOWSHIP SPIRITUALEST CHURCH	707 W MICHIGAN AVE
EAST JACKSON CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	5549 ANN ARBOR RD
ENCOUNTER CHURCH OF JACKSON	620 ROBINSON RD
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	2620 FRANCIS ST
FAITH TEMPLE OUTREACH	1020 N BLACKSTONE ST
FATHERS HOUSE GLOBAL MINISTRIES	730 TOMLINSON ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	201 S JACKSON ST
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST	PO BOX 6135
FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	3905 CLINTON RD
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH	275 W MICHIGAN AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	743 W MICHIGAN AVE
FOSSORES	505 WILDWOOD AVE
FREE METHODIST CHURCH OF NORTH AMERICA	1208 GREENWOOD AVE
GOSPEL ARMY BLACK HISTORY GROUP	705 S WEST AVE
GREATE BIBLE WAY TEMPLE INC	322 MADISON ST
HORTON ROAD CHURCH OF CHRIST	1341 HORTON RD
ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF GREATER JACKSON	2033 PARKWOOD WAY
JACKSON BAPTIST CHURCH	540 S DETTMAN RD
JACKSON BIBLE STUDENTS CHURCH	627 ANDREW AVE
JACKSON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS	3483 SPRING ARBOR RD
JACKSON CHURCH OF GOD	565 ROBINSON RD
JACKSON FREE METHODIST CHURCH	2829 PARK DR
JACKSON LANSING CATHOLIC RADIO	704 N EAST AVE
LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH OF JACKSON	1331 LEROY ST
LIFE CHURCH INTL	PO BOX 6529
LIGHT FOR LIVING FELLOWSHIP	215 S DETTMAN
MOUNT HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	562 SHIRLEY DR
MT ZION CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE	208 E FRANKLIN ST
NATIONAL SPIRITUALIST ASSN OF CHURCHES	2540 NORWOOD ST
NEW BEGINNINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1000 E NORTH ST
NEW HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	1800 PARK RD
NEW HORIZONS COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD	4300 LANSING AVE
NEW MACCEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH	1020 FRANCIS ST
NORTHEAST MISSIONARY CHURCH	903 VIRGINIA ST
NORTHERN DISTRICT COUNCIL OF THE PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF THE WORL	322 MADISON ST
OASIS OF LOVE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH	405 E BIDDLE STREET
OUR OUTPOST MARRIAGE MINISTRY INC	2900 MCCAIN RD
PATHWAY COMMUNITY CHURCH JACKSON	5225 CLINTON RD
PETRA TABERNACLE OF THE APOSTOLIC FAITH	1919 BROADCREST RD
PIONEERS HOME EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES	637 W GANSON STREET BOX B
QUEEN OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL PARISH JACKSON	606 S WISNER ST
QUIET PLACE MINISTRIES	1410 4TH ST
RADIANT CHURCH OF JACKSON	2700 SPRING ARBOR RD
RAVENBROOK RECOVERY CHURCH	310 1ST ST APT 5
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH	3637 SPRING ARBOR RD
RIVERTREE COMMUNITY CHURCH	2390 WILDWOOD AVE
ROMANIAN ORTHODOX EPISCOPATE OF AMERICA	2535 GREY TOWER RD
ROSE CITY HARVEST CHURCH INC	506 7TH ST
SACRED HEART OF JESUS CHAPEL	1501 E MICHIGAN AVE
SACRED HEART TRIDENTINE MASS	720 S DURAND ST
SIKH RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF JACKSON INC	1275 WAYNE ST
SOUTH JACKSON CHURCH	S JACKSON & KIMMEL RDS
SOUTHEAST MINISTERS ASSOCIATION	PO BOX 1518
ST DEMETRIUS ORTHODOX CHURCH	PO BOX 125
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST PARISH JACKSON	711 N MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR
ST LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH	3501 MORRILL RD
ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA PARISH JACKSON	120 E WESLEY ST
STOCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH AND SUNDAY SCHOOL	2201 1ST ST
THOMAS RAMUNDO MINISTRIES INC	4029 MAGNOLIA PKWY
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	122 W WESLEY ST
UNITY CHURCH OF JACKSON	3385 MILES RD
VANDERCOOK LAKE MISSIONARY CHURCH	511 E MCDEVITT AVE
VILLAGE HOPE CHURCH	123 W PORTER ST
WESTWINDS COMMUNITY CHURCH	1000 ROBINSON RD
WOODVILLE GOSPEL CHAPEL	133 PERSHING ST
WORD OF LIGHT CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH	PO BOX 1003

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jackson

What is the population of Jackson?

Jackson has a population of 31,206 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 2,897 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Jackson expensive to live in?

Jackson has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $42,848, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,700 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $874 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?

Public safety is a concern in Jackson, with a violent crime rate of 1,108 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,135 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Jackson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Jackson?

Jackson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Jackson?

The unemployment rate in Jackson is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,195. There are 3,104 business establishments in the area, including 259 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Jackson?

The median home value in Jackson is $94,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,802. For renters, the median monthly rent is $874. Fair market rent is $946 for a 1-bedroom and $1,165 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 53.9%. The average annual property tax is $5,416.

How are the schools in Jackson?

Schools in Jackson have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 15.3% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Jackson?

The obesity rate in Jackson is 45.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.7% of adults are smokers. 34.8% are physically inactive. 29.6% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,320.

What is transportation like in Jackson?

The average commute in Jackson is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Jackson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Jackson is 65.7% White, 21% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

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