ZIPmouse Jacksonville Florida City Guide

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Jacksonville Florida City Profile

Jacksonville, named after former US president Andrew Jackson, is located in the northern portion of Florida. Several businesses, including Win-Dixie and Stein Mart, call Jacksonville their home. Real estate in this northern Florida city has typically been more affordable than more desirable cities, such as Miami and Ft. Myers. Tourism is still an important aspect of Jacksonville, and the amount and quality of its hotels and restaurants reflect this fact.

Jacksonville Florida Facts at a Glance:

• At over 870 square miles, Jacksonville has the largest land area of any city in the contiguous US.
• Many films and television shows have been filmed in scenic Jacksonville, including the series "7th Heaven" and the movies "Sunshine State" and "G.I. Jane".
• The city's biggest annual event is the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, featuring many of the most popular names in Jazz music.