Why Live in Jackson Hills
Jackson Hills in Joplin is a neighborhood characterized by its hilly, wooded landscape and single-family homes. The area features ranch, split-level, and contemporary homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, often set on lots ranging from a third of an acre to a full acre. Some homes have hardboard siding that may need replacing. The neighborhood falls within the Stapleton Elementary School attendance zone, which is the highest-rated elementary school in the Joplin School District. Middle and high school students typically attend South Middle School and Joplin High School, respectively. Main Street, lined with small businesses, connects Jackson Hills to downtown Joplin, which is about 3 miles north. Turtlehead's Raw Bar, a local favorite, offers live music and Cajun-inspired dishes. For groceries, residents have convenient access to Walmart Neighborhood Market and Aldi, both less than 3 miles away. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Wildcat Park and Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, which offer trails, fishing, and boating. Monthly events like Third Thursday and Empire Market bring the community together with vendors, live music, and food trucks. While the hilly streets lack sidewalks, making walking and biking challenging, residents rely on cars for transportation. Main Street provides a direct route to downtown Joplin, and I-44 connects to Springfield, 70 miles east. Joplin Regional Airport, about 10 miles north, offers direct flights to Chicago and Denver. The neighborhood is also close to medical facilities, with Freeman Hospital West and Mercy Hospital less than 2 miles away.
