Jackson Kentucky Map

About Jackson, Kentucky

Jackson is a locality in Breathitt County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,015. The population density is 327.5 people per km². Jackson is located at 37.5531°N, 83.3835°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 41339.

Jackson shoulders its way into the hollers of Breathitt County, a place where the hills fold in on themselves like ancient, weathered hands. It lies 51.6 miles east-south-east of Richmond, KY (from Richmond, KY: bearing 105°T), and is situated 17.8 miles east of Beattyville. The landscape here is a testament to the relentless artistry of water and time, with narrow valleys giving way to steep, forested slopes that climb towards a sky often hazed by the breath of the mountains. The Kentucky River, a muddy, serpentine artery, threads its way through the heart of it all, its presence a constant murmur, a low bass note in the symphony of the region. Houses cling to the inclines, their porches facing the river or the winding roads that serve as lifelines, bathed in the soft, diffused light that filters through the dense canopy of oaks and maples. The story of Jackson is etched into the coal seams that lie dormant beneath its hills, a history that once fueled prosperity and shaped the very character of its people. For generations, the rhythm of life here was dictated by the mines, the clang of pickaxes and the rumble of ore cars echoing through the valleys. Though that era has largely passed, the legacy of hard work and resilience remains, a quiet strength that underpins the community. Today, the economy is a more varied affair, with small businesses and a growing healthcare sector providing livelihoods, but the echoes of the past are never far away. The breath of the mountains, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth, still seems to hold the secrets of generations, a palpable reminder of the enduring spirit of Jackson.

About This Jackson Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Jackson, Kentucky with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Jackson and Breathitt County.

Detailed location data for Jackson includes the ZIP code (40330), telephone area code (502, 859), county seat of Breathitt County (Jackson), and school district assignment (Breathitt County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Jackson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.