Jackson County Map, Missouri

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Jackson County, Missouri

Kansas City dominates the western edge of Jackson County. It’s an urban center, home to world-class barbecue and jazz. But there’s more to this county than just its biggest city.
Independence, on the eastern side, was once home to President Harry Truman. The county’s got a bit of everything – city life, suburbs, and even some rural areas. Sports fans cheer for the Chiefs and the Royals.
The people here are proud of their BBQ sauce recipes. It’s a place where Midwestern friendliness meets big-city opportunities. You’ll never run out of things to do in Jackson County.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Jackson County |
County Seat | Kansas City and Independence (dual seats) |
Population | Approximately 724,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Kansas City, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Greenwood |
Interstates and Highways | I-70, I-435, I-470, I-49, US 40, MO 291 |
FIPS Code | 29-095 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 616 square miles (Land: 604 sq mi, Water: 12 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Johnson County, Kansas (West), Clay County, Missouri (North), Wyandotte County, Kansas (Northwest), Cass County (South), Lafayette County (East), Ray County (Northeast), Johnson County (Southeast) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Missouri |
Coordinates | 39.0000° N, 94.3515° W |
Etymology | Named after Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States |
Major Landmarks | Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, National World War I Museum and Memorial, Arrowhead Stadium |
Website | Jackson County Website |
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