Jacksonville, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
14,186 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,469 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$642 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherokee County
5
Jacksonville Urban Area
5
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherokee County
5
Jacksonville Urban Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 66
Nov 4 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 8, TX
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Schools

East Side El
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Jacksonville Hs
1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
West Side El
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Jacksonville College-Main Campus
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
The University of Texas at Tyler
25 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Tyler Junior College
26 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rusk State Hosp
12 miles, S
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Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
28 miles, N • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
44 miles, E • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
91 miles, E • 1.4 star
Dallas Love Field
111 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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