Jackson County, TX is renowned for its high rankings and strong performance in many key areas. According to BestPlaces, Jackson County is ranked #3 in the state for BestPlaces, with a total score of 69.1 out of 100. This ranking includes scores for amenities such as housing affordability, job market diversity, safety/crime rate, education options as well as quality of life factors including cost of living and weather conditions. The county has excellent air quality and the average winter temperatures rarely dip below freezing. In terms of culture and entertainment, there are plenty of recreational activities to choose from such as fishing, camping, hiking trails and a variety of museums. With low crime rates and good commute times to major cities such as Dallas, Houston and San Antonio, Jackson County is an ideal place to call home.
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