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Jacksonville, TX

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Population
14,658
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
517 ft
Median Home Value
$119,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$908/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityTyler, Texas25 miles away · 113,723 residents.

About Jacksonville

Jacksonville is a city in Cherokee County, Texas, operating as the principal city of its micropolitan area in East Texas. Settled in 1847 as Gum Creek and historically known as the Tomato Capital of the World, the community of approximately 14,325 is home to the Jacksonville Public Library. Public education is served by the Jacksonville Independent School District.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+99.5rating

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