Jacksonville, NC is a small city located in Onslow County, North Carolina. It has a population of approximately 70,000 people and an area of 46 square miles. The city is known for its beautiful surroundings, various entertainment options, and friendly atmosphere.
Jacksonville has been ranked among the best places to live by various sources including BestPlaces Magazine and BestPlaces.com. BestPlaces.com gave Jacksonville an overall grade of “B+” when ranking it on amenities, cost of living, education, housing market, jobs, weather and other factors that contribute to the quality of life for residents. BestPlaces Magazine also rated Jacksonville highly in their list of Best Small Places for Business and Careers giving it an overall rank of 19th out of 240 cities in the US with similar populations and affluences. All together these rankings make 28546 Jacksonville NC one of the best places to live in the United States!
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