Staff Report / jaxlocal.org

Jacksonville, Texas, is experiencing significant community development as the largest city in Cherokee County with a population of 14,910. The city's zip code is 27,458. The total population of Cherokee County is 52,240.

Jacksonville is characterized by a skilled workforce, which is part of a larger civilian labor force in East Texas that totals 390,417. In Cherokee County specifically, the civilian labor force numbers 20,100.

JEDCO, the Jacksonville Economic Development Corporation, emphasizes the city's potential for economic growth and encourages businesses to consider Jacksonville as a destination for expansion. With ample space and resources available, the community is poised for future opportunities.

Source: Jacksonville Econ Dev

Source Type: Business

Source Location: Jacksonville

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