Skip to main content
Downtown's

YOU'RE READING THE Local's edition

History, Hospitality, and Hometown Charm in Missouri

Jackson exudes a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The downtown area is vibrant with local businesses, while residential areas are known for well-maintained homes and a sense of community pride. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community events are well-attended.

Downtown Jackson
COMMUNITY GUIDE · JACKSON
Jackson, Cape Girardeau County

City Snapshot

Population

300

County

Cape Girardeau County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$72,500

Quick Numbers

Tap to call

Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Cape County Private Ambulance

Saint Francis Healthcare System

This Week

Tree Board

2026-08-17

Osage Centre

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Football vs. Western Illinois Leathernecks Football

2026-10-17

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Football vs. Gardner Webb Bulldogs Football

2026-10-31

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Football vs. Tennessee Martin Skyhawks Football

2026-11-21

Community Leaders

View All
D
Dwain Hahs

Mayor of Jackson

E
Eric Schmitt

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

J
Joshua Hawley

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

Mike Kehoe
Mike Kehoe

Governor

Republican Party