Jacksonville, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jacksonville, North Carolina is 73,507 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 14th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $54,069, the median home value is $191,700, and the median age is 23.3.
The population has declined 9.3% since 2010 (78,089 → 70,840).
73,507
Population
1506
People / sq mi
$54,069
Median Income
$191,700
Median Home Value
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Jacksonville covers 48.8 sq mi of land at 1506 people per square mile.
About Jacksonville, NC
Age is the most distinctive thing about Jacksonville: a median age of 23.3, younger than the national median. With 73,507 residents, Jacksonville is a city in North Carolina. It ranks #14 among cities in North Carolina by population.
The typical household earns $54,069, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.0%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $191,700, with typical rent around $1,268.
25.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Jacksonville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jacksonville city had a population of 78,089 in 2010 and 70,840 in 2024, a -9.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 78,089 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.68%.
70,840
Population (2024)
78,089
Population (2010)
78,089
Peak (2010)
-0.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 78,089 |
| 2011 | 75,194 |
| 2012 | 76,365 |
| 2013 | 75,681 |
| 2014 | 74,217 |
| 2015 | 74,306 |
| 2016 | 72,745 |
| 2017 | 72,800 |
| 2018 | 72,775 |
| 2019 | 72,436 |
| 2020 | 73,270 |
| 2021 | 70,479 |
| 2022 | 70,652 |
| 2023 | 71,126 |
| 2024 | 70,840 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.9% |
| Black or African American | 16.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,069
Median Household Income
$29,061
Per Capita Income
10.0%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$191,700
Median Home Value
$1,268
Median Rent
37.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.8%
High School+
25.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
55.1%
Public Transit
10.8%
Work From Home
14.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
68.3%
Foreign Born
84.8%
Non-English at Home
21.4%
Veterans
17.1%
With Disability
89.6%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 18.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Public Administration | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Manufacturing | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jacksonville, North Carolina has a population of 73,507 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 14th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Jacksonville, North Carolina is $54,069, with 10.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jacksonville, North Carolina is $191,700, with median monthly rent at $1,268 and a homeownership rate of 37.0%.
The median age in Jacksonville, North Carolina is 23.3 years. The population is 63.0% male and 37.0% female.
The population has declined 9.3% since 2010 (78,089 → 70,840).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.