Jackson, Kentucky

Population 2,459

Jackson is located in Breathitt County, KY. The population is 2,459, making Jackson the largest city in Breathitt County.

There are 8 public schools in Jackson with an average Homefacts rating of C-. The total crime rate for Jackson is very low , and there are 17 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Jackson is high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Jackson property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Jackson include Vancleve, Lost Creek and Rousseau.

Jackson Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Below Average
  • No High School Diploma: 26.1%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 56.1%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 17.8%

Crime Rate

6.9% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 205
  • Violent Crimes: 0
  • Robbery: 0
  • Burglary: 409
  • Property Crime: 2
  • Larceny Theft: 2

Registered Offenders

80.41% Higher than national avg.
  • 17 offenders in Jackson
  • 69.13 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

75 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 0
  • Registered Polluters: 0
  • Superfunds: 2
  • Tanks & Spills: 73

Unemployment

High 8.5%
  • Kentucky unemployment average: 3.7%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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8 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 8 K-12 public schools in Jackson, KY and 0 private schools. Homefacts rates Jackson's schools as Below Average, with an overall C- rating.

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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2 Former Drug Labs view all

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1 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Jackson, KY issued 1 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Jackson, KY issued 1 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $482
  • 1 Bedroom: $530
  • 2 Bedrooms: $674
  • 3 Bedrooms: $854
  • 4 Bedrooms: $914

Zip Codes

41307 41339

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Environmental Hazards

75 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (362/384)
    Jackson, KY has 94.27% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Jackson, KY is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 4.32 Average
    Jackson, KY is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 32.38°
  • February 38.12°
  • March 48.12°
  • April 58.85°
  • May 65.71°
  • June 73.23°
  • July 75.87°
  • August 74.42°
  • September 69.25°
  • October 56.97°
  • November 48.1°
  • December 36.1°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Jackson, KY

Earthquakes
Jackson, KY has a low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Jackson, KY has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Jackson, KY has a low risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Jackson, KY has a moderate risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Jackson, KY: $26,891

Unemployment

Unemployment in Jackson is 8.5%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 3.7% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 49.59%
White Collar - 50.41%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Steven L. Beshear
  • Sen. Mitch McConnell
  • Sen. Rand Paul

City Representatives

  • Harold Rogers

Neighborhood Info

1 Airport view all

Nearest Major Airports

58 Cemeteries view all

12 FCC Towers view all

3 Fire Stations view all

1 Hospital view all

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

1 Retirement Home view all

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