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Jackson Missouri Map

Explore Jackson, Missouri, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Jackson, Missouri

How to Use This Jackson, Missouri Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Jackson, Missouri. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Missouri or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Jackson.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Jackson
State	Missouri (MO)
County	Cape Girardeau County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	37.379922
Longitude	-89.654073
Population	15,481
Density	556.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	63755
Area Code	816
County Seat	Jackson
School District	Jackson R-II School District

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About Jackson, Missouri

Jackson is a locality in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of 15,481. The population density is 556.2 people per km². Jackson is located at 37.3799°N, 89.6541°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Jackson is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 63755.

Jackson reveals its character through the quiet, persistent flow of Goose Creek as it winds past the settled landscape. It lies 9.7 miles west-northwest of Cape Girardeau, MO (from Cape Girardeau, MO: bearing 303°T), and is situated 13.8 miles northwest of Scott City. Beyond the creek, the terrain rises into soft, grassy elevations that eventually yield to the more prominent Byrd Hills visible on the distant horizon. Spring Lake rests just three miles away, offering a glassy surface that mirrors the shifting clouds of the afternoon sky. Sunlight settles heavily over the fields at dusk, casting a warm, amber glow across the open expanse of the local geography. Residents often gather at Litz Park to enjoy the stillness that defines the atmosphere when the shadows grow long across the grass.

Jackson traces its origins to early settlers who recognized the potential of this inland territory for agriculture and trade. The local economy thrives on a blend of industrious manufacturing and regional commerce, keeping the pulse of the area steady and reliable. Small businesses and professional services form the backbone of the daily work cycle, supporting a population that values practical effort and clear-eyed ambition. While the land remains distant from the industrial hubs of the state, the work performed here contributes to a broader network of regional production. The rhythm of the workweek aligns with the seasonal demands of the fields, grounding the collective experience in a tradition of steady, manual diligence.

Jackson maintains a culture defined by a plain-spoken sincerity that mirrors the honest nature of the surrounding plains. The local identity finds expression in community gatherings where the simple act of conversation serves as a primary social anchor. Litz Park serves as a central point for these public interactions, providing a common ground for citizens to mark the passage of time together. While the pace of life remains measured, the influence of regional traditions ensures that the character of the people stays distinct and unadorned. Notable individuals such as the author L.J. Smith have roots in this environment, reflecting the quiet creativity that occasionally emerges from the unassuming landscape. The spirit of the place endures not through grand gestures, but through the consistent, quiet maintenance of home and heritage.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Litz Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 359° N
Brookside Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 339° N
Jackson Football Park (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 272° W
Jackson Soccer Park (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 232° SW
Mdc Nature Center/ North County (Local Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 124° SE
Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 125° SE
World’s Largest Fountain Drink Cup (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 144° SE
Fort D (Monument) — 9.3 mi, 131° SE
(former Site) Terrace Inn (Historic Ruins) — 9.7 mi, 148° SE
Trail Of Tears State Park (State Park) — 9.9 mi, 051° NE
Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 11.5 mi, 059° NE
Middle Mississippi Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 11.9 mi, 051° NE · 3,877 acres
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 14.0 mi, 120° SE · 274k acres
Wolf Lake Memorial Garden (Monument) — 14.6 mi, 054° NE
La Rue Swamp Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 15.7 mi, 048° NE
Ozark Hills Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 18.2 mi, 066° NE
Alto Clay Works (Attraction) — 22.7 mi, 053° NE
Cobden Museum (Museum) — 24.4 mi, 064° NE
Pomona Natural Bridge (Attraction) — 25.2 mi, 042° NE
Perry Park Center (Cinema) — 26.2 mi, 335° NW

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