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Jacksonville, NC

Area Guide

Southern charm on the banks of New River.

Affordable Military Parks

Jacksonville, North Carolina combines military heritage with coastal living. As home to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station, the city maintains strong military connections. The population averages 33 years of age, creating a dynamic community atmosphere. Rental rates show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,090 per month and two-bedroom units at $1,192. Housing options range from apartment communities near the base to established neighborhoods in Carolina Forest and Northwoods.

The city offers diverse recreational opportunities along the New River waterfront at Willingham Park, while downtown Jacksonville features local shops and restaurants. Coastal Carolina Community College enriches the community through educational programs and events. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the proximity to the Crystal Coast and Intracoastal Waterway, just 15 minutes away. The historic Pelletier House provides glimpses into the area's past. Jacksonville made history as the first U.S. jurisdiction to establish a paid holiday commemorating the 13th Amendment to the Constitution.

Explore the City

Pickleballers in Jacksonville can access the courts downtown at L.P. Willingham Waterfront Park.

Jacksonville residents of Half Moon residents can get to the waters at Emerald Isle in about 45 minutes.

Historic homes can be found in downtown Jacksonville near parks, shops and the river.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Jacksonville, NC is $1,192 for a studio, $1,112 for one bedroom, $1,211 for two bedrooms, and $1,444 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jacksonville has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,112/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$1,573/month
985 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,218/month
732 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Jacksonville, NC is 2.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Jacksonville is 21.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,112 - $1,444. You can expect to pay 4.8% more for groceries, 17.4% more for utilities, and 2.5% more for transportation.

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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Morton Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

682 Students

Carolina Forest Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

678 Students

Parkwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

503 Students

Hunters Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

653 Students

Stateside Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

564 Students

Hunters Creek Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

922 Students

Northwoods Park Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

688 Students

New Bridge Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

490 Students

Jacksonville Commons Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,011 Students

Southwest Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

527 Students

Onslow Early College

Public

Grades 9-12

186 Students

Jacksonville High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,423 Students

White Oak High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,207 Students

Northside High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,097 Students

Southwest High

Public

Grades 9-12

702 Students

Points of Interest

Airports

  • Albert J Ellis
  • Coastal Carolina Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.