Jacksonville

Jacksonville, North Carolina Overview

Jacksonville scores 51.7/100 overall (C+), ranking #11 of 20 cities in North Carolina — below the state composite of 53.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 79/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 14/100.

Income & Employment in Jacksonville

The median household income in Jacksonville is $58,146, 13% below the statewide median of $66,880. The local unemployment rate of 4.8% is higher than the state’s 3.5%. Population declined 0.4%.

Safety in Jacksonville

At 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Jacksonville sits meaningfully below the North Carolina average of 380 — a 32% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2034.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Jacksonville

Jacksonville has a cost of living index of 91.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $191,700. Median monthly rent is $1,268.

Health & Wellness in Jacksonville

The adult obesity rate in Jacksonville is 30.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 7%. Residents report an average of 20 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Carolina ranks #32 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Jacksonville

Jacksonville has a high school graduation rate of 91%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,110. The city has 26 public schools serving 16,282 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Jacksonville

Jacksonville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.8°F. Summers average 77.1°F. Winters average 43°F. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The average commute of 13.8 minutes is notably short.

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