Jacksonville, NC Local Data & Statistics

State: NC

Total population: 71,279 Household income: $57,697 Rent: $1,321

Overview

Total population

71,279

Rent

$1,321

Year built

1992

Household income

$57,697

Per capita income

$30,271

Poverty rate

12.7%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

52.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

North Carolina

Total population

71,279

Adults over 25

30,391

Total households

22,688

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$57,697

Per capita income

$30,271

Poverty rate

12.7%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Rent over 30% of income

52.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,321

Year built

1992

Households that rent

61.3%

Households that own

38.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

59.7%

Black

15.3%

Asian

2.6%

Two or more races

17.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

19.9%

Not Hispanic or Latino

80.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

87.2%

Commute time to work

15 mins

Work from home

12.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

32%

High school graduate or GED

28.8%

Some college or associate degree

12.9%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

26.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Jacksonville, NC with: North Carolina United States

Jacksonville, NC

Total population71,279

Rent$1,321

Year built1992

Household income$57,697

Per capita income$30,271

Poverty rate12.7%

Unemployment rate4.4%

North Carolina State

Total population10,730,404

Rent$1,228

Year built1991

Household income$72,388

Per capita income$41,385

Poverty rate13%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityJacksonville, NC	StateNorth Carolina	CountryUnited States
Total population	71,279	10,730,404	334,922,499
Rent	$1,321	$1,228	$1,413
Year built	1992	1991	1980
Household income	$57,697	$72,388	$80,734
Per capita income	$30,271	$41,385	$44,673
Poverty rate	12.7%	13%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	3.6%	4%

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Summary for Jacksonville, NC

Jacksonville is located in North Carolina.

Rent & Income

In Jacksonville, the typical monthly rent is $1,321 and the typical household income is $57,697. Rent here is higher than North Carolina and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both North Carolina and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 12.7%, which is similar to both the North Carolina rate and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 61.3% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 52.5% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 26.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is higher than both North Carolina and the national rate.

Jacksonville, NC — Rent vs Household Income

Jacksonville, NC — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Jacksonville, NC compares in North Carolina (22 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,321	10 / 22	from lower rent	$957 – $1,902
Household income	$57,697	19 / 22	from higher income	$49,748 – $144,135
Poverty rate	12.7%	11 / 22	from lower poverty	2.2% – 24.6%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	19 / 22	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 7.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in North Carolina with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Jacksonville, NC

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Jacksonville places 10th among 22 large places in North Carolina. Across the state, rents run from $957 in Rocky Mount, NC up to $1,902 in Apex, NC.

Household income

Jacksonville ranks 19th among 22 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $49,748 in Greenville, NC to $144,135 in Apex, NC.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Jacksonville is ranked 11th among 22 major areas. Across North Carolina, poverty runs from 2.2% in Apex, NC to 24.6% in Greenville, NC.

Unemployment rate

Unemployment levels put Jacksonville in 19th place among 22 large places. Statewide unemployment spans from 2.5% in Apex, NC to 7.2% in Asheville, NC.

💰 Rent in Jacksonville, NC (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,321 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Jacksonville, NC

Annual Household Income: $57,697

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Jacksonville, NC

Estimated Rate: 12.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Jacksonville, NC

In Jacksonville, NC, households that rent: 13,912 (61.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	13,912	61.3%
Owner-Occupied	8,776	38.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Jacksonville, NC

In Jacksonville, NC, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 7,307 (52.5%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	7,307	52.5%
Other renter households	6,605	47.5%
Total renter households	13,912	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Jacksonville, NC

Less than High School: 9,727 people (32%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,751 people (28.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,926 people (12.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 7,987 people (26.3%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 30,391

📊 Unemployment Rate in Jacksonville, NC

Estimated Rate: 4.4%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.