Jacksonville, North Carolina
Jacksonville: The most populous city in Onslow County, North Carolina. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean in southeastern North Carolina. Jacksonville is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Fort Caroline National Monument and the Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens.
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 268 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 |
| Altitude : | 15 feet / 4.6 meters |
| Capital city : | Jacksonville is capital of Onslow County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1757 (268 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 17:19:34 (21st April 2025) |
| Postal code : | 28540 |
| Density : | 581 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 8.05% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Jacksonville is located at 34°45'15"N 77°25'49"W (34.7540500, -77.4302400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Jacksonville
Demographics
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
1 Altitude Trampoline Park
1030 Henderson Dr, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Onslow County Parks: Onslow Pines Park
1244 Onslow Pines Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Northeast Creek Park
910 Corbin St, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Wilson Bay Park
5 W Bayshore Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Lynnwood Park Zoo
1071 Wells Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Jacksonville
1 Texas Roadhouse
103 Moosehaven Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Chuck E. Cheese
2005 N Marine Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Hardee's
1106 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Quality Inn Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune
2139 N Marine Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune
129 Circuit Ln, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where to Stay in Jacksonville
1 Red Roof Inn & Suites Jacksonville, NC
1723 Lejeune Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Jacksonville
1 Jacksonville City Hall
815 New Bridge St, Jacksonville, NC 28540 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Jacksonville (48)
People born in Jacksonville, including basketball player Jamal Shuler, alt-country/rock singer-songwriter Ryan Adams, actress Elizabeth Dennehy, .
List
- 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
Schools in Jacksonville
College & universities near Jacksonville, NC
| 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 |
Stations (10)
Amtrak & bus stations near Jacksonville, NC
| 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 |
Post offices near 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 |
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- Jacksonville , Florida The thirteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Jacksonville metropolitan area. It is located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. Jacksonville is a major center for the military and is home to the Naval Air Station Jacksonville. 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
- West Raleigh
- Greensboro
- Durham
- Winston-Salem
- Fayetteville
- Wilmington
- High Point
- Concord
- Greenville
- Asheville
- City of Greenville
- Gastonia
- Apex
- Huntersville
- Burlington
- Rocky Mount
Map & Images (more maps)
Jacksonville Downtown Transport Map
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Jacksonville Monorail Map (skyway)
Jacksonville Rail Network Map
Jacksonville Transport Map
