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Kinston, NC vs Jacksonville, NC

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- Job Growth in Jacksonville has been positive.
- Jacksonville has 1.3% more unemployment than Kinston.
- Jacksonville job growth has increased by 5.9% in the past 10 years.

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 Kinston, NCJacksonville, NCUnited States
 Current Unemployment6.9%5.6%6.0%
 Future Job Growth28.2%27.3%33.5%
 Recent Job Growth-4.7%-4.5%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-3.8%-4.9%-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth-2.8%0.0%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth6.9%-5.9%6.3%

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Reviews for Kinston    4 Reviews

I moved to Kinston, NC for retirement. Purchased a house from the auction held by the court. As a person of color, I was unable to obtain an attorney, while I was sued  More

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I'm moving my business and family with 2 young children to Kinston in March from Chapel Hill/Durham. Kinston is really nice with a great new restaurants, close proximity  More

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Over 12 years ago

hello! I recently visted parts of North Carolina and was amazed! I loved the people and the helpful tips from townies. I saw some amazing houses, in Kinston.   More

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Reviews for Jacksonville    12 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

My husband and I are older, he is a disabled veteran and we are retired on moderate to low income. We have lived in different areas including SC. Some pros of living in  More

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Over 8 years ago

Jacksonville North Carolina is a great area to live considering the proximity to the beach and the low cost of living. The area has experienced tremendous growth in the  More

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Hello, we will be moving to the Jacksonville area this fall and need some advice. We will be moving from TX, so we have never been to Jacksonville before and know  More

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28540 28546 28547 28543

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