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Jackson, CA

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Population
5,100
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,208 ft
Median Home Value
$442,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$70,239
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in CaliforniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in CaliforniaNearest larger communityGalt, California29 miles away · 26,964 residents.

About Jackson

Jackson is a city and the county seat of Amador County, California, situated at the junction of State Route 49 and State Route 88. Originally home to the Northern Sierra Indians, the historic Gold Rush community of approximately 5,048 features the landmark Argonaut and Kennedy Mines, designated as California Historical Landmarks. Public education is administered by the Amador County Unified School District, which operates Argonaut High School.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.8rating

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