WELCOME TO JACKSON
Jackson successfully blends beautiful surroundings with unique shopping, popular restaurants, business and professional buildings. Located in Southeast Missouri just west of the Mississippi River, Jackson offers quiet neighborhoods and splendid rural vistas. Established in 1815, Jackson serves as the county seat of Cape Girardeau County and is home to over 14,000 residents. With an excellent location between St. Louis and Memphis, Jackson is located close to Interstate 55, which provides an easy means of travel.
Jackson offers exceptional recreational amenities and outstanding cultural activities in music, art and drama throughout all seasons of the year. The homes range over the full spectrum of styles in meticulously maintained neighborhoods that look onto streets shaded by mature trees.
With unemployment rates among the lowest in the nation, Jackson boasts manufacturing, service and professional jobs. Financial institutions, medical and professional offices, restaurants and a variety of retail stores are located in the historic downtown area and along the busy highways.
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