Jacksonville, North Carolina
Jacksonville: The most populous city in Onslow County, North Carolina.
About
Jacksonville is a city located in the county of Onslow in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 70,145 and a population density of 534 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 76,284 inhabitants.
The city was created 269 years ago in 1756.
Quick Facts about Jacksonville
| Population | 76,284 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Onslow County |
| Phone Area Codes | 910 |
| Area | 131.4 km2 |
| Official name | Jacksonville |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.7541,-77.4302 |
| Altitude | 15 feet / 4.6 meters |
| Capital city | Jacksonville is capital of Onslow County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1757 (269 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 23:05:20 (17th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 28540 |
| Density | 581 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.05% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 90℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Jacksonville is located at 34°45'15"N 77°25'49"W (34.7540500, -77.4302400).
Jacksonville map
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Official website of Jacksonville
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Jacksonville increased by 8.05% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70,145 | - | census |
| 2011 | 75,194 | 6.71% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 76,365 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 75,681 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 74,217 | -1.97% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 74,306 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 72,745 | -2.15% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 72,800 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 72,775 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 72,436 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 76,284 | 5.04% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Jacksonville
1Altitude Trampoline Park
1030 Henderson Dr, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States View details
Phone: +19103788171 | Website available
2Onslow County Parks: Onslow Pines Park
1244 Onslow Pines Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States View details
Phone: +19103475332 | Website available
3Northeast Creek Park
910 Corbin St, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19109385312 | Website available
4Wilson Bay Park
5 W Bayshore Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States View details
Phone: +19109385200 | Website available
5Lynnwood Park Zoo
1071 Wells Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States View details
Website available
Where to Eat in Jacksonville
1Texas Roadhouse
103 Moosehaven Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19103477427 | Website available
2Chuck E. Cheese
2005 N Marine Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19104784953 | Website available
3Hardee's
1106 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19103469448 | Website available
4Quality Inn Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune
2139 N Marine Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19109380800 | Website available
5Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune
129 Circuit Ln, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19104780099 | Website available
Where to Stay in Jacksonville
1Red Roof Inn & Suites Jacksonville, NC
1723 Lejeune Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States View details
Phone: +19103533336 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Jacksonville
1Jacksonville City Hall
815 New Bridge St, Jacksonville, NC 28540 View details
Phone: +19109385200 | Website available
People born in Jacksonville (48)
People born in Jacksonville, including basketball player Jamal Shuler, alt-country/rock singer-songwriter Ryan Adams, actress Elizabeth Dennehy, .
More notable people
- Edward Bishop Dudley (American politician (1789-1855)) he was born in 15/12/1789
- Michael Walsh (American music critic, author, screenwriter, media critic, and cultural-political consultant) he was born in 01/01/1949
- Bob Sanders (American football coach) he was born in 05/12/1953
- Marvin Phillips (American basketball player) he was born in 28/12/1983
- Amy Guidry (American artist) she was born in 01/01/1976
- Benjy Taylor (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 21/08/1967
- Calvin "Joonie" Gary (American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist) he was born in 11/12/1981
- Chad Fonville (American baseball player) he was born in 05/03/1971
- David Charles Abell (Music conductor) he was born in 01/01/1958
- David Green (American gridiron football player, born 1953) he was born in 07/09/1953
- David Sabiston (American surgeon) he was born in 04/10/1924
- Dee Hardison (American football player (1956-2018)) he was born in 02/05/1956
- Deunta Williams (American football player) he was born in 21/11/1987
- Devan Carroll (American soccer player) he was born in 23/08/1988
- Dian Parkinson (American model) she was born in 30/11/1944
- Donte Paige-Moss (American football player) he was born in 11/04/1991
- Ike Reese (American football player) he was born in 16/10/1973
- James Maynard (American businessman) he was born in 14/02/1940
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jacksonville, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 460817 | Platt College-Miller-Motte-Jacksonville | Jacksonville (NC) | 28540-5901 |
| 198330 | Coastal Carolina Community College | Jacksonville (NC) | 28546-6816 |
| 198367 | Craven Community College | New Bern (NC) | 28562-4900 |
| 198729 | James Sprunt Community College | Kenansville (NC) | 28349 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jacksonville, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JNC | Jacksonville, NC | 850 New Bridge Street | BUS |
| HVL | Havelock, NC | 201 Tourist Center Drive | BUS |
| NBR | New Bern, NC | 203 South Front Street | BUS |
| KNC | Kinston, NC | 101 East New Bern Road | BUS |
| MHD | Morehead City, NC | 1001 Arendell Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Jacksonville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonvill Post Office | Jacksonville (NC) | 28540 |
| Northwood Post Office | Jacksonville (NC) | 28540 |
| Camp Johnson Post Office | Camp Lejeune (NC) | 28542 |
| D Street Military Post Office | Camp Lejeune (NC) | 28542 |
| Camp Geiger Post Office | Camp Lejeune (NC) | 28542 |
Other places with the same name (10)
- Jacksonville, Florida The thirteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Jacksonville metropolitan area. with a population of 920,570 people.
- Jacksonville, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 28,361 people.
- Jacksonville, Illinois city in Morgan County, Illinois, United States with a population of 18,488 people.
- Jacksonville, Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 14,829 people.
- Jacksonville, Alabama city in Calhoun County, Alabama, United States with a population of 12,972 people.
- Jacksonville, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 2,865 people.
- Jacksonville, Ohio city in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 481 people.
- Jacksonville, Vermont village in Vermont, United States with a population of 206 people.
- Jacksonville, Missouri human settlement in Randolph County, Missouri, United States of America with a population of 145 people.
- Jacksonville, Georgia town in Telfair County, Georgia, United States with a population of 126 people.
Other cities in Onslow County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Onslow County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Piney Green | 13,293 | Census designated place |
| Half Moon | 8,352 | Census-Designated Place in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Swansboro | 3,394 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Holly Ridge | 3,092 | City in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Sneads Ferry | 2,646 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Pumpkin Center | 2,222 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Richlands | 1,689 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| North Topsail Beach | 743 | Town in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Jacksonville distances to largest North Carolina cities
- Charlotte
- Raleigh
- Greensboro
- Durham
- Winston-Salem
- Fayetteville
- Cary
- Wilmington
- High Point
- Concord
- Greenville
- Asheville
- Gastonia
- Apex
- Huntersville
- Burlington
- Rocky Mount
- Kannapolis
Map & Images (more maps)
Jacksonville Downtown Transport Map
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Jacksonville Monorail Map (skyway)
Jacksonville Rail Network Map
Jacksonville Transport Map
