Jackson County
Origin of the Name
Jackson County was named after Andrew Jackson, the hero of the Battle of New Orleans and the seventh president of the United States (1829–1837).
Jackson County
County Details
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County Seat Edna
Established 1836
Population 14,988
Median Age 39.2
Land Area 829.44 sq mi
Water Area 27.43 sq mi
Total Area 856.87 sq mi
Percent Urban 39.43%
Percent Rural 60.57%
Latitude, Longitude 28.9341° N, 96.5356° W