Jackson, Michigan
Jackson, Michigan | |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Jackson |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Martin J. Griffin (D) |
| Population (2000) | |
| • Total | 36,316 (city proper) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Website | http://www.cityofjackson.org/ |
Jackson is a city located in the south central area of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the county seat of Jackson County, Michigan6. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 36,316. It is the principal city of and is included in the Jackson, Michigan Metropolitan Statistical Area.
It was founded in 1827, and named after Democratic President Andrew Jackson. it was jacob siegrist whitakers birth place in the foote hospital in august 31 1993 with he went ot lyle torrant centre since 1996
It is the birthplace of the Republican Party.
Nearby communities include Albion, Brooklyn, Cement City, Clark Lake, Concord, Grass Lake, Hanover, Horton, Lake Columbia, Liberty, Michigan Center, Munith, Napoleon, Parma, Pleasant Lake, Portage Lake, Pulaski, Rives Junction, Round Lake, Spring Arbor, Springport, Stockbridge, Tomkins Center, Vandercook Lake, and Waterloo.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 28.7 km² (11.1 mi²), all land.
Economy
Major employers in the city are CMS Energy, which provides natural gas and electrical services to much of Michigan and has its international headquarters in the city, as well as Foote Hospital. Michigan Automotive Compressor, Inc. (MACI) is the largest manufacturer in the County. Jackson is also home to one of the world's largest maximum-security prisons, which provides employment to many Jackson residents.
The Enterprise Group of Jackson is a business resource for Jackson County that brings together many organizations to help shape Jackson's economic future.
Income tax
The City of Jackson currently assesses a 1% income tax to residents and businesses within the city, and 0.5% for non-residents. The income tax provides $7,000,000 of revenue, or 32% of the city's annual budget.
Coney Island heritage
Jackson is known around Michigan for its famous Coney Island-style hot dogs. The Coney dog has been a Jackson mainstay since the early part of the 20th-century. Coney Island hot dogs typically contain "everything", or meat sauce, mustard, and chopped onions. Unlike neighboring Detroit style Coney dogs, the sauce at most Jackson establishments more closely resembles crumbled ground beef than the more traditional chili con carne, runnier sauces found in Detroit. Many area residents have fond memories of eating Jackson Coney Island hot dogs.
Many Coney Island restaurants are still active today, including :
- Jackson Coney Island
- Virginia Lunch
- Alpha Coney Island (Detroit style)
- Todoroff's Coney Island
- The Roxy Café
- Andy's Pizza & Coney
- Tommy's Coney Stand
- Omega Koney Island (Detroit style)
- The Dog House
Things to do
Just about every weekend during the summer you can find a festival in the area. Jackson County is host to over 500 holes of golf, 188 lakes and 27 public parks covering 17,000 acres. Ella Sharp Art & Wine Festival in June at the Ella Sharp Museum. Wheels of Thunder/Hogs and Dogs in June downtown Jackson. Relay for Life in August at the Cascade Falls Park. Jackson County Fair and Flower Festival in August at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. Cascades Civil War Muster in August at Cascade Falls Park. Rust 'n Dust at Heritage Park, Hanover in August. Rose Festival End of Summer Celebration/Speed Stacking Festival at the Cascade Falls Park in September. Eve on the Ave, downtown event on December 31.
Sparks Foundation County Park - Illuminated Cascades
Bordered by Warren Avenue and Kibby Rd, the park occupies nearly 500 acres (2 km²) and contains the illuminated "Cascades", six fountains and a giant concrete waterfall construction over which water tumbles in continually changing patterns of colorful light. They are the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. The falls are lit after dusk until 11 PM, every summer evening. There also is a small museum depicting the history of Cascades Falls, two golf courses, tennis courts, a picnic area, lagoons with paddleboats in the summer and ice skating in the winter, batting cages, and a miniature golf course.
Education
The Jackson urbanized area is home to approximately 16 different elementary public schools, as well as about 16 private or parochial schools. It also has a large public middle school (The Middle School at Parkside), as well as Jackson Catholic Middle School. Finally, it also boasts six high schools: Jackson High School (Public), East Jackson High School (Public), Northwest High School (Public), The daVinci Institute (Charter), Jackson Christian School, and Lumen Christi High School.
Education continues for adults who can take advantage of programs offered at three institutions of higher learning: Jackson Community College, Baker College, and Spring Arbor University. There are an additional 15 institutions all within one hour of Jackson County.
Demographics
As of the census² of 2000, there were 36,316 people, 14,210 households, and 8,668 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,264.4/km² (3,274.9/mi²). There were 15,241 housing units at an average density of 530.6/km² (1,374.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 73.87% White, 19.70% Black or African American, 0.56% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 1.65% from other races, and 3.67% from two or more races. 4.05% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 14,210 households out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.8% were married couples living together, 19.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.12.
In the city the population was spread out with 29.7% under the age of 18, 9.8% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $31,294, and the median income for a family was $39,072. Males had a median income of $31,957 versus $23,817 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,230. About 15.2% of families and 19.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.9% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over.
Transportation
Jackson was originally the hub of the county's railroad, and for over a century it has been known as the crossroads of Michigan.
Highway
Jackson is at the junction of Interstate Highway I-94and US-127, which continues north as a divided freeway to Lansing. M-106 enters Jackson from the Northeast and ends in the downtown. M-60 approaches Jackson from the southeast, ending at I-94 west of the city.
Airport
Reynolds Field at Jackson County Airport is the main airport in the city. It had commercial service until 1984 and today operates as a general aviation facility.
Rail
Amtrak, the national passenger rail system, provides service to Jackson, operating its Wolverine three times daily in each direction between Chicago and Pontiac, Michigan via Detroit.
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Sister city
References
- ^ Greater Jackson Chamber of Commerce 20 November 2002. Retrieved on 31 August 2006.