Median Age
27 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 29% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
9%
Jacksonville, NC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,140
Population
62,639
Renter Mix
64% Rent
Southern charm on the banks of New River.
Affordable
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Military
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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.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$48,550
Average: $66,628
Education
12,075
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,411
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Jacksonville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
64%
Non-Renters
36%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Jacksonville, NC is $1,043 for a studio, $1,136 for one bedroom, $1,250 for two bedrooms, and $1,475 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jacksonville has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,136/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$1,817/month
1,028 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,378/month
1,217 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Jacksonville, NC is 2.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Jacksonville is 21.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,128 - $1,482. You can expect to pay 5.3% more for groceries, 17.8% more for utilities, and 2.5% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
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Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
682 Students
Public
Grades K-5
678 Students
Public
Grades K-5
503 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
653 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
584 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
922 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
688 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
490 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,011 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
527 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
186 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,423 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,207 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,097 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
702 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Airports
- Albert J Ellis
- Coastal Carolina Regional
Colleges
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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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.