Jackson County, County in western Missouri, United States.
Jackson County extends over 1,596 square kilometers across Missouri, containing both urban areas and rural communities with the Missouri River forming its northern border.
The county was established in 1826 and named after Andrew Jackson, who later became President of the United States in 1829.
Independence served as a starting point for the Santa Fe, Oregon, and California Trails, marking major routes for western migration in the 19th century.
The county operates with two administrative centers: Independence as the original seat and Kansas City as a secondary location for government services.
Fort Osage, established in 1808, stands as one of the earliest United States military installations in the Missouri Territory.
Location: Missouri
Inception: December 15, 1826
Capital city: Kansas City
Shares border with: Clay County, Cass County, Ray County, Lafayette County, Johnson County, Wyandotte County
Website: http://jacksongov.org
GPS coordinates: 39.01000,-94.34000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:20
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