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The city of Jackson is located in a valley encompassed by mountains. The glacially carved valley is large and vast, surrounded by mountain ranges, national forest, national wilderness and national parks. Along with the spectacular scenery and geologic phenomenon, the valley offers one of the most diverse wildlife populations in the country. The city of over 8,000 people is a popular tourist and ski town.

The main industry in Jackson is arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services, encompassing nearly a quarter of all jobs in the city. With a great expanse of public land, including two national parks, tourism is the most important industry in the area. Grand Teton National Park lies in the heart of Jackson Hole, and Yellowstone National Park is only a few miles to the north. The town of Jackson serves as a gateway to both parks. Grand Teton National Park typically hosts between 3,000,000 and 4,000,000 visitors each year. The total indicates the popularity of the area and the health of the industry. A few ranches remain in operation in the valley, reminding the residents of the area’s original economic base. Many of the ranch operations, however, supplement their income with tourism, as guest ranches and headquarters for outfitting hunters and fishermen.

The commercial airport is eight miles north of Jackson. The airlines serving the Jackson Hole Airport are American, Delta, Northwest, Skywest, United, United Express, Atlantic Southeast and Big Sky Airlines. Grand Teton Park begins about five miles north of Jackson on Highway 89. Entrance gates are at Moose Junction, 12 miles north or Moran Junction, about 30 miles north of Jackson. The south entrance of YNP is about 60 miles north on U.S. Hwy 89.

Jackson Hole area residents and visitors receive a broad range of services at St. John’s Medical Center from the highly skilled physicians, nurses, therapists, and technicians. In addition, many health care professionals offer services at their offices, and visiting specialists provide expertise in areas such as oncology and perinatal care.

Jackson, a recognized cultural venue and the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, is a city with a history rooted in the American West. This charming aspect emanates in the city’s business and residential centers, and visitors can experience it first hand while staying at a dude ranch or by venturing through the surrounding mountains on horseback. Sights and attractions in Jackson are plentiful. The National Museum of Wildlife documents Wyoming’s natural environment. World-class skiing, snowmobile tours, and dogsled adventures are popular in the winter, while summer activities range from taking a scenic photography tour to kayaking the thrashing waters of the Snake River. Recreation in the Jackson area is unlike anywhere else in the world.

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*Source: Wyoming Taxpayers Association
*Mill levies are assessed on 9.5% of market value for commercial and residential and 11% on industrial property
*County mill levies may include general, airport, public health, fire, hospital, libraries, fair, recreation, museums, bonds and interest
*Special levies may include conservation, fire, hospital, recreation, cemetery, solid waste

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• For additional Wyoming demographic information, visit the State of Wyoming Department of Administration & Information Economic Analysis Division.