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Jackson, WY

Jackson is a town in Teton County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 10,760 at the 2020 census, up from 9,577 in 2010. It is the largest town in Teton County and its county seat. Jackson is the principal town of the Jackson, WY-ID Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Teton County in Wyoming and Teton County in Idaho. The town, often familiarly or mistakenly called Jackson Hole, derives its name from the valley in which it is located. Jackson is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the ski resorts Jackson Hole Mountain, Snow King Mountain, and Grand Targhee, as well as Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park.

Jackson is located at an elevation of 6,237 feet (1,901 m) above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.95 square miles (7.64 km²), of which 2.91 square miles (7.54 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) is water.

Jackson is surrounded by the Teton and Gros Ventre mountain ranges. The Teton Range is commonly associated with Jackson Hole and is a popular sightseeing attraction for many visitors. The Gros Ventre Range, by contrast, is geologically older than the Tetons and has a much broader width which encompasses huge expanses of wilderness; it is not as easily accessible.

Soils at Jackson Hole are mostly dark, excessively drained, moderately alkaline gravelly loam of the Greyback series. Flat Creek, a tributary of the Snake River, runs through the town.

Jackson was originally populated by Native American tribes including the Shoshoni, Crow, Blackfeet, Bannock, and Gros Ventre. In the early 1800s, the locality became a prime area for trappers and mountain men to travel through, one example being John Colter. After being discharged from the Corps of Discovery of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1806 at Fort Mandan, in present-day North Dakota, Colter visited Jackson Hole during the winter of 1807/1808. Among other mountain men who visited the valley include Jim Bridger, Jedediah Smith, and William Sublette who are responsible for many of the names in the area. David Edward Jackson gave his name to the valley after a winter spent on the shores of Jackson Lake.

The town of Jackson was named in 1894 and incorporated in 1914. Some of the early buildings remain and can be found throughout the area of the Town Square. The town of Jackson is the county seat of Teton County and the only incorporated municipality in the region. Less than 3% of land in Teton County is privately owned. Of the 2,697,000 acres (1,091,000 ha) in Teton County, 97% are federally or state owned/managed.

Health and wellness are paramount in Jackson, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The St. John's Medical Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Teton County Parks and Recreation Department offers. 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 Wright Training Gym, Pursue Fitness and Jackson Hole Health and Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Jackson, such as the Moose Ponds Trail and Josie's Ridge Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Jackson, WY are Jackson Town Square, Snow King Mountain, Jackson Hole Rodeo, and National Elk Refuge & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center.

Population: 10,680 (2024). ZIP codes: 83002 83001 83014 83025 83013 83012 83414 83011. Area code: 307. Elevation: 6,237 ft (1,901 m). Area: 2.99 sq mi (7.74 km²).

FAQs

Why is Jackson, WY so popular?

Today three major ski areas have made Jackson Hole world famous for excellent skiing and winter sports. At the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Rendezvous Peak has the largest vertical rise served by one lift system in the country—at 4,139 feet above Teton Village. Grand Targhee Ski and Summer Resort, near the Idaho border, is famous for its deep and plentiful powder snow, and Snow King Resort serves locals and tourists alike with the valley's only night skiing.

Is there a difference between Jackson and Jackson Hole, WY?

Jackson Hole refers to the geographical feature of the valley beside the Teton Mountain Range. The valley is about 60 miles long and Jackson is the Town on its southern end. The Town of Jackson was named in 1894 and incorporated as a municipality in 1914. It continues to be the only incorporated municipality in Teton County and it was the first Town to elect an all-female Council in 1920.

Is Jackson, WY expensive to live in?

Jackson is 39% more expensive than the national average and 60% more expensive to live in than the average city in Wyoming. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2 Bedroom Apt. Food costs in Jackson are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportations costs in Jackson are more affordable than average in the United States.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Jackson

St. John's Medical Center 

Teton County Parks and Recreation Department 

Wright Training Gym

Pursue Fitness 

Jackson Hole Health and Fitness

Moose Ponds Trail 

Josie's Ridge Trail

Jackson Town Square

Snow King Mountain

Jackson Hole Rodeo

National Elk Refuge & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center

Jackson Hole Chamber

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