




Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson, MS Profile
Jackson, MS, population 184,256 , is located
in Mississippi's Hinds county,
about 140.1 miles from Baton Rouge and 160.1 miles from Metairie.
In the 90's the population of Jackson has declined by about 6%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Jackson has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Jackson area were higher than Mississippi's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Mississippi average.
Jackson Statistics
Jackson Gender Information
Males in Jackson: 85,656 (46%)
Females in Jackson: 98,600 (54%)
As % of Population in Jackson
Race Diversity in Jackson
White: 28%
African American: 71%
Asian: 1%
As % of Population in Jackson
Age Diversity in Jackson
Median Age in Jackson: 31.0 (Males in Jackson: 29.1, Females in Jackson: 32.8)
Jackson Males Under 20: 16%
Jackson Females Under 20: 16%
Jackson Males 20 to 40: 14%
Jackson Females 20 to 40: 16%
Jackson Males 40 to 60: 11%
Jackson Females 40 to 60: 13%
Jackson Males Over 60: 5%
Jackson Females Over 60: 9%
Economics in Jackson
Jackson Household Average Size: 2.61 people
Jackson Median Household Income: $ 30,414
Jackson Median Value of Homes: $ 64,200
Law Enforcement in Jackson
Reported crimes in the Jackson area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 45
Forcible rape: 179
Robbery: 962
Aggravated assault: 462
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 908
Burglary: 4,369
Larceny-theft: 8,323
Motor vehicle theft: 2,804
Arson: 59
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 8,539
Jackson Location Information
Elevation: 294 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 109.0 Square Miles.
Water Area: 2.0 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Jackson
Flowood 2.8 Miles
Pearl 3.5 Miles
Richland 4.4 Miles
Clinton 8.5 Miles
Byram 9.0 Miles
Ridgeland 9.5 Miles
Florence 10.5 Miles
Brandon 11.8 Miles
Madison 12.0 Miles
Raymond 14.2 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Jackson
(Population 100,000+)
Baton Rouge 140.1 Miles
Metairie 160.1 Miles
New Orleans 162.3 Miles
Mobile 168.1 Miles
Lafayette 179.9 Miles
Memphis 197.3 Miles
Little Rock 208.3 Miles
Shreveport 208.8 Miles
Birmingham 213.8 Miles
Montgomery 227.1 Miles
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Facts
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Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a pattern of repeated drug taking that usually results in tolerance (the need for greater amounts of the drug to achieve the same effect), withdrawal (physical and cognitive effects when drug use declines or stops), and compulsive drug taking behavior (drug taking that persists despite efforts to reduce intake and despite problems with family, friends, and work). Drug addiction encompasses a diverse range of drugs (such as alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, and cocaine) and is caused by many different factors.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is what happens when a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol discontinues use. There are numerous symptoms that take place both physically and emotionally when an addicted individual stops using. Withdrawal can last a few days to a few weeks and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. Keep in mind; this only occurs if a person has regular, heavy use of a drug or alcohol. Withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable without professional help. Treatment for withdrawal from alcohol or drugs may require a medical professional to be present. Drug and alcohol rehabilitation is often the best way to overcome withdrawal and its symptoms as well as recovery from drug addiction.
Detox
Detox is necessary when an individual through their chronic use of drugs or alcohol has developed an addiction. The objective of detox is to help the individual achieve a drug and alcohol free state. Detox is intended to relieve the physical symptoms of withdrawal and helps prepare the individual for entry into drug rehabilitation. Therefore, the ultimate goal of detox is preparation for long term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
Drug Side Effects
Drug addiction and abuse comes with a heavy price. There are drastic drug side effects associated with drug misuse and abuse. Drug side effects from legal and illegal drugs can range from mild itching to comas and death. In addition to the physical drug side effects mentioned, there are many psychological drug side effects of drug abuse; the most serious being drug addiction and overdose.
Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
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