Jackson, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,061 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,051 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$432,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$735 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,131 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Amador County
4
California
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Amador County
3
California
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 4 43
Feb 6 4 46
Mar 5 4 49
Apr 3 2 53
May 2 0 61
Jun 0 0 68
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 74
Sep 1 0 69
Oct 2 0 60
Nov 4 1 50
Dec 6 4 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CA State Senate District 4, CA Assembly District 1, CA
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Schools

Jackson Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Amador County Special Education
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Jackson Junior High
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Columbia College
30 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sutter Amador Hospital
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mark Twain Medical Center
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
Marshall Medical Center
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mercy Hospital of Folsom
30 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
40 miles, SW • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
50 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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