About Jackson
Jackson is a close-knit town in central California, home to 5,079 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Jackson holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 3.58 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,419 residents per square mile.
📰 Jackson News Today
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Jackson Unique
- One of 17 places in the US named Jackson — but the California one has a character all its own.
- Part of the fabric of California — one of 1,618 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 5,079.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Jackson
- Brickhouse Brews
- Cocina Michoacana — mexican
- Denny's — american
- Lone Wolf Restaurant & Lounge
- Margaret’s Cafe and Bakery
- Mel & Feyes Diner — burger
- Pacific Grill
- Paisano's Pizzeria — pizza
- Rosebud's Cafe (café)
- Waffle Shop — breakfast
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Amador County Museum · Museum
- Kennedy Gold Mine · Attraction
- Change House Museum and Gift Shop · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Jackson
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Jackson
- Amador County ROP
- Amador County Special Education
- Argonaut High
- Jackson Elementary
- Jackson Junior High
- Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Sutter Amador Hospital ★★★★ (4/5 CMS rating) · 24/7 ER
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.