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Jackson is a city located in Jackson County, Ohio, United States. According to the 2020 census, the population was 6,397, making it the largest city in Jackson County. Jackson has a rich history and culture and has been an important city economically in southeastern Ohio.

History of Jackson, Ohio

Jackson was founded in 1817 and was named after President Andrew Jackson. The area was inhabited by Native American tribes like the Shawnee prior to European settlement. Jackson was incorporated as a village in 1820 and as a city in 1931. For more history see the Jackson, Ohio Wikipedia page.

Attractions and Landmarks in Jackson, Ohio

Jackson City Public Library

The Jackson City Public Library located at 230 Broadway Street, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 286-2718. The public library serves the city and county with books, media, computer resources, events, and more.

Hammontree-Groner Farm

The Hammontree-Groner Farm located at 100 Hopewell Road, Jackson, OH 45640 is a historic farm and event venue that hosts public events and educational tours. Google Map for Hammontree-Groner Farm

Leo Petroglyph

The Leo Petroglyph located at 14414 State Route 93, Leo, OH 45868 is an important Native American historic site with rock carvings. Google Map for Leo Petroglyph

Economy and Major Employers in Jackson, Ohio

Some of the major industries and employers in Jackson, Ohio include:

• Holzer Health System - 100 Jackson Pike, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 592-9000. A major healthcare provider and employer.
• Kenworth Truck Company - 1101 Broad St, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 286-7511. Truck manufacturer.
• Walmart - 201 Walmart Dr, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 286-6369. Major retail store.

Other major employers include the city school district, county government, banks, grocery stores, restaurants, and small businesses. The economy is diversified but healthcare, manufacturing, and retail are major components.

Transportation in Jackson, Ohio

Jackson's major highways include US 35, US 50, OH 32, OH 93, OH 124, and OH 327. The city has access to rail transport from Norfolk Southern Railway. The closest airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport 70 miles away. Jackson does not have public transportation but there are local taxi services like Jackson County Cab.

Education in Jackson, Ohio

Public education in Jackson is provided by the Jackson City School District, with schools:

• Jackson High School - 500 Vaughn Street, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 286-6442.
• Jackson Middle School - 500 Vaughn Street, Jackson, OH 45640. Phone: (740) 286-8616.

Jackson is located in Jackson County and served by the Jackson County Educational Service Center. There are additional public school districts in the county.

Sports and Recreation in Jackson, Ohio

The city has public recreation centers and parks. The Jackson Ironmen are the high school sports teams. See the Jackson High School Athletics website. Major parks include:

• Jackson City Park
• Veterans Park
• Elm Street Park

Local Community in Jackson, Ohio

You can visit the City of Jackson Facebook page and website at www.jacksonohio.us to learn more about local events, news, services, and government.

Jackson, Ohio Summary

Jackson is located in the Appalachian foothills and has a long history. It has been an important city in southeast Ohio's economy and culture. Jackson offers residents a quality of life with education, recreation, entertainment, and community. The city honors its past while looking to a bright future.

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