Jackson, Tennessee
Jackson: The most populous city in Madison County, Tennessee.
About
Jackson is a city located in the county of Madison in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 65,211 and a population density of 431 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 67,402 inhabitants.
The city was created 205 years ago in 1820.
Quick Facts about Jackson
| Population | 67,402 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Madison County |
| Different from | Jackson County |
| Postal code | 38301 |
| Phone Area Codes | 731 |
| Area | 151.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.6145,-88.8140 |
| Altitude | 410 feet / 125 meters |
| Capital city | Jackson is capital of Madison County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1821 (205 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:24:19 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 445 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.25% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
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Geography
Jackson is located at 35°36'52"N 88°48'50"W (35.6145200, -88.8139500).
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Weather
87°F
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10 to 15 mph SSW
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Mostly sunny, with a high near 87.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Jackson increased by 3.25% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65,211 | - | census |
| 2011 | 66,726 | 2.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 67,018 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 67,467 | 0.67% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 67,112 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 66,760 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 66,718 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 66,748 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 66,952 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 67,191 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 67,402 | 0.31% | estimation process |
Jackson zip code is 38301.
County name: Madison, County
fips: 47113
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People born in Jackson (87)
People born in Jackson, including R&B singer and pianist Big Maybelle, businessman, record-setting aviator, sailor, and adventurer Steve Fossett, author and screenwriter Thomas Harris, .
More notable people
- Al Wilson (American football player, linebacker) he was born in 21/06/1977
- Isaac Tigrett (American businessman) he was born in 01/01/1947
- Ed "Too Tall" Jones (American football player) he was born in 23/02/1951
- Sonny Boy Williamson I (American blues musician) he was born in 30/03/1914
- Sonja Henning (American basketball player) she was born in 04/10/1969
- Luther Ingram (American R&B and soul singer-songwriter) he was born in 30/11/1937
- Cliff Gleaves (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1930
- Ed Bryant (American politician) he was born in 07/09/1948
- Randall Wallace (American filmmaker) he was born in 28/07/1949
- Wink Martindale (American Disc Jockey, radio personality, game show host and television producer) he was born in 04/12/1933
- Campy Russell (American basketball player) he was born in 12/01/1952
- Thomas Jefferson Murray (American politician) he was born in 01/08/1894
- Walter Chandler (American politician) he was born in 05/10/1887
- Artis Hicks (American football player) he was born in 28/11/1978
- Christopher Jones (American stage, movie, and television actor (1941-2014)) he was born in 18/08/1941
- Van Jones (American environmental advocate and civil rights activist) he was born in 20/09/1968
- Jabari Greer (Player of American football) he was born in 11/02/1982
- Jessi Alexander (American musician) she was born in 18/11/1972
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jackson, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220598 | Lane College | Jackson (TN) | 38301-4598 |
| 458821 | Empire Beauty School-Jackson | Jackson (TN) | 38301 |
| 220400 | Jackson State Community College | Jackson (TN) | 38301-3797 |
| 221971 | Union University | Jackson (TN) | 38305-3697 |
| 221616 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson | Jackson (TN) | 38301 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jackson, TN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBN | Newbern–Dyersburg | 108 Jefferson St | RAIL |
| FTN | Fulton | 21 Newton Rd. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Jackson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Post Office | Jackson (TN) | 38301 |
| Tom Murray Post Office | Jackson (TN) | 38301 |
| Bem Post Office | Jackson (TN) | 38301 |
| North Jackson Post Office | Jackson (TN) | 38305 |
| Oakfield Post Office | Oakfield (TN) | 38362 |
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Other cities in Madison County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Madison County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Three Way | 1,697 | City in Madison County, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Medon | 182 | City in Madison County, Tennessee, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Jackson distances to largest Tennessee cities