Jacksonville Texas Map
Explore Jacksonville, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Jacksonville, Texas
| City | Jacksonville |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Cherokee County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 31.963778 |
| Longitude | -95.270504 |
| Population | 13,997 |
| Density | 380.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 75766 |
| Area Code | 903 |
| County Seat | Rusk |
| School District | Jacksonville Independent School District |
About Jacksonville, Texas
Jacksonville is a locality in Cherokee County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 13,997. The population density is 380.8 people per km². Jacksonville is located at 31.9638°N, 95.2705°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Jacksonville is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 75766.Jacksonville emerges from the red-clay earth as a landscape defined by the quiet interplay of light and shadow across the East Texas plains. It lies 25.3 miles east-northeast of Palestine, TX (from Palestine, TX: bearing 57°T), and is situated 8.2 miles east-southeast of Reese. Ragsdale Creek carves a path through the terrain just a mile away, feeding the moisture into the soil that supports the surrounding woodland. Beyond the immediate outskirts, the horizon reveals the distant silhouette of the Elkins Mountains, providing a jagged edge to the expansive sky. Residents often find solace at Hazel Tilton Park, where the afternoon sun illuminates the local flora in sharp, golden clarity. Further afield, the calm waters of Lake Acker reflect the stillness of a region far removed from the pressures of the busy coast.
Jacksonville grew from the ambition of those who recognized the fertility of the soil and the potential for expansion in the late nineteenth century. The local economy flourished as the timber industry and agriculture became the bedrock of daily life, drawing strength from the deep roots of the nearby Fairchild State Forest. As the rail lines brought new trade, the town evolved into a center for the production of peaches and tomatoes, an identity still whispered in the seasonal harvests of the fields. Today, the commercial rhythm balances these traditional foundations with a modern focus on manufacturing and small-scale enterprise. The proximity to Wolf Hollow serves as a reminder of the geological history that has shaped the drainage and development of the land for generations.
Jacksonville maintains a cultural character defined by the steady, unhurried cadence of people who value the integrity of their own traditions. The town honors its heritage through local festivals that celebrate the harvest, turning public spaces into gatherings of shared history and community spirit. Notable individuals like the jazz pianist Eddie Durham once walked these streets, carrying the influence of the region into the wider world of American music. Visitors often gravitate toward the landmarks that mark the passage of time, finding that the architecture reflects a period of earnest, industrious growth. Life here moves with a deliberate purpose, where the changing seasons dictate the pace of work and play alike.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Jacksonville's Public Square (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 225° SW
- Jacksonville Independent School District (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 050° NE
- Site of First Free Public School (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 048° NE
- Nan Travis Memorial Hospital (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 174° S
- Buckner Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 093° E
- Lincoln Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 001° N
- Baseball and Soccer Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 208° SW
- Neches River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.2 mi, 235° SW · 16k acres
- Rusk / Palestine State Park (State Park) — 11.7 mi, 158° S
- I.D. FairChild State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 12.2 mi, 206° SW
- Norman Memorial Museum (Museum) — 13.7 mi, 149° SE
- Cherokee Trace Drive-Thru Safari (Attraction) — 13.8 mi, 104° E
- McDonald Museum (Museum) — 15.0 mi, 245° SW
- Carmike Cinemas (Cinema) — 21.2 mi, 354° N
- Times Square Grand Slam (Cinema) — 22.8 mi, 355° N
- Norwood School (Historic Ruins) — 23.5 mi, 241° SW
- Cowan Center (Theatre) — 24.6 mi, 003° N
- Howard House Museum (Museum) — 24.8 mi, 237° SW
- Fairy Garden Trail (Attraction) — 25.1 mi, 241° SW
- Lamar School (Historic Ruins) — 25.5 mi, 236° SW
- Tyler Museum of Art (Museum) — 25.6 mi, 359° N
- Smith County Historical Society (Museum) — 26.7 mi, 356° N
- Discovery Science Place (Museum) — 26.9 mi, 356° N
- Davy Crockett National Forest (National Forest) — 27.6 mi, 167° S · 161k acres
- Mission Tejas State Park (State Park) — 28.0 mi, 176° S
- Big Slough Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 31.9 mi, 162° S · 3,521 acres
- Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 34.3 mi, 270° W
- Myrtle Springs School (Historic Ruins) — 35.6 mi, 222° SW
- Angelina National Forest (National Forest) — 42.5 mi, 139° SE · 154k acres
- Upland Island Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 77.7 mi, 138° SE · 13k acres
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About This Jacksonville Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Jacksonville, Texas. Coordinates: 31.963778, -95.270504. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Jacksonville includes the ZIP code (75766), telephone area code (903), county seat of Cherokee County (Rusk), and school district assignment (Jacksonville Independent School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
