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Lake Jackson, TX

Lake Jackson is a city in Brazoria County, Texas, United States, within the Greater Houston metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 28,177. 

In 1942 a portion of Lake Jackson was first developed as a company town for workers of the Dow Chemical Company; it developed 5,000 acres on the former Abner Jackson Plantation. An oxbow lake was also named after the planter, whose house was located at the lake. Minor ruins of the Lake Jackson Plantation can now be seen in a park at the site.

The city of Lake Jackson is located in south-central Brazoria County and is bordered to the east by the cities of Clute and Richwood, and to the southwest by the Brazos River. Texas State Highway 288, the Nolan Ryan Expressway, runs through the city, leading 10 miles (16 km) north to Angleton, the county seat, 52 miles (84 km) north to downtown Houston, and 9 miles (14 km) southeast to Freeport on the Gulf of Mexico. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, Lake Jackson has a total area of 20.9 square miles (54.2 km2), of which 19.5 square miles (50.4 km2) is land and 1.5 square miles (3.9 km2), or 7.11%, is water.

The city was built in the early 1940s as a planned community, designed by Alden B. Dow of Midland, Michigan for workers in support of a new plant of the Dow Chemical Company, which his father owned. The City of Lake Jackson was incorporated on March 14, 1944, and voted for home rule ten years later in 1954.

Lake Jackson emphasizes health and wellness. Lake Jackson's commitment to healthcare is evident through the presence of St. Luke's Health Brazosport Hospital - Lake Jackson, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Lake Jackson Recreation Center. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Family Fitness, and Evolution Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lake Jackson, such as MacLean Park and Dunbar Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Lake Jackson, TX include Sea Center Texas, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, and Lake Jackson Historical Museum.

Population: 28,158 (2024). ZIP code: 77566. Area code: 979. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Area: 21.22 sq mi (54.95 km2).

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What is Lake Jackson, TX famous for?

Built by Abner Jackson and his wife, Margaret, in 1844, the Lake Jackson Plantation became one of the most profitable sugar refineries in the state. Over time, Jackson expanded his namesake property to almost 3750 acres and acquired two additional plantations, Darrington and Retrieve. But massive debt and murderous family rancor ravaged the Jackson business, and the Lake Jackson plantation eventually had to be sold. 

Is Lake Jackson, TX a good place to live?

Lake Jackson is in Brazoria County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Lake Jackson offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lake Jackson, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lake Jackson and residents tend to lean conservative. 

What is the crime rate in Lake Jackson, TX?

The crime rate in Lake Jackson is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 19 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Lake Jackson is 1 in 52. Based on FBI crime data, Lake Jackson is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Texas, Lake Jackson has a crime rate that is higher than 74% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

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Wikipedia

City of Lake Jackson

St. Luke Health Brazosport Hospital - Lake Jackson

Lake Jackson Recreation Center

Planet Fitness

Family Fitness 

Evolution Fitness

MacLean Park 

Dunbar Park

Sea Center Texas

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory

Lake Jackson Historical Museum

Texasbeyondhistory

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