Jackson County Map, Iowa
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Jackson County, Iowa
Jackson County is in eastern Iowa and hugs the Mississippi River. Maquoketa, the county seat, is named after the river that runs through it. Try saying that three times fast
The county is home to Maquoketa Caves State Park is a spelunker’s paradise. About 19,000 people call Jackson County home, and they’re not shy about showing off their natural beauty.
Bellevue State Park offers stunning views of the Mississippi, while Hurstville Lime Kilns harken back to the county’s industrial past. If you’re lucky, you might spot a bald eagle soaring over the river.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jackson County |
| County Seat | Maquoketa |
| Population | 18,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Maquoketa, Bellevue, Preston, Andrew, Sabula, Lost Nation, Springbrook |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 61, Iowa Highway 64, Iowa Highway 136 |
| FIPS Code | 19-097 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 616 square miles (land: 610 sq mi, water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Dubuque County (North), Jo Daviess County, Illinois (Northeast), Carroll County, Illinois (East), Clinton County (South), Jones County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.10°N, 90.60°W |
| Etymology | Named after President Andrew Jackson |
| Major Landmarks | Maquoketa Caves State Park, Bellevue State Park, Mississippi River, Jackson County Historical Society Museum |
| Website | Jackson County Website |
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