Enter your search query in the box below.

Jacksonville North Carolina Map

Explore Jacksonville, North Carolina, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Jacksonville, North Carolina

How to Use This Jacksonville, North Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Jacksonville, North Carolina. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of North Carolina or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Jacksonville.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Jacksonville
State	North Carolina (NC)
County	Onslow County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	34.72973
Longitude	-77.393661
Population	72,723
Density	577.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	28540, 28546, 28541
Area Code	910
County Seat	Jacksonville
School District	Camp Lejeune Schools

🌦 Goto Jacksonville Weather Page: Jacksonville, North Carolina — Weather Warnings, Forecast, Radar, Satellite & Current Conditions

About Jacksonville, North Carolina

Jacksonville is a locality in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of 72,723. The population density is 577.1 people per km². Jacksonville is located at 34.7297°N, 77.3937°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Jacksonville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 28540, 28546, 28541.

Jacksonville occupies a low-lying, verdant expanse where the soft, humid breath of the Atlantic constantly shapes the horizon. It lies 6.8 miles west-northwest of Piney Green, NC (from Piney Green, NC: bearing 293°T), and is situated 5.2 miles south-southeast of Half Moon. The landscape is defined by the steady, winding passage of Chaney Creek, which serves as a liquid thoroughfare through the terrain, reflecting the expansive sky in its dark, slow-moving waters. To the east, the brackish influence of Morgan Bay dictates the rhythm of the tides, while the proximity of Wilson Island introduces a quiet, marshy complexity to the coastal geography. Beyond the immediate reach of the water, the land gives way to dense, sprawling woodlands like Hofmann Forest, where the scent of pine needles and damp earth lingers long after the afternoon sun has retreated.

Jacksonville grew from humble beginnings as a regional crossroads, eventually evolving into a vital center defined by its enduring commitment to national service. The early settlement patterns were dictated by the availability of water and the necessity of navigating the intricate coastal plain, a process that required a resilient spirit among those who first cleared the land. Over time, Jacksonville transcended its quiet origins, transforming into a pivotal hub where the traditions of the coastal Carolinas intersect with the rigorous demands of modern defense. This development has left a tangible mark on the architecture and the deliberate, purposeful layout of the streets, ensuring that the legacy of those who founded the settlement remains visible in the steady expansion of the grid.

Economic life in Jacksonville thrives upon a foundation of service and essential infrastructure, bolstered by a steady influx of personnel and the industries that sustain them. While the region maintains a focus on its military contributions, it simultaneously supports a local economy that includes a variety of retail, healthcare, and educational services designed to serve a diverse population. Students often pursue higher learning through satellite campuses and vocational programs that prepare them for technical roles, ensuring that the workforce remains adept and forward-looking. The infrastructure, characterized by well-maintained roadways and public service facilities, allows for a fluid movement of goods and people, effectively bridging the distance between the quiet outskirts and the more active, central corridors of commerce.

Cultural identity in Jacksonville finds its expression in the vibrant activities hosted at the City of Jacksonville - New River Waterfront Park, where the public gathers to observe the shifting light over the water. While the area does not house professional sports franchises, the enthusiasm for regional athletics remains high, with residents often traveling to support teams across the state or participating in local community leagues. Annual festivals frequently highlight the local culinary traditions, where the distinct regional approach to barbecue serves as a point of pride and a catalyst for social gathering. The atmosphere here is marked by a sincere, courteous demeanor, and while the region does not claim a singular world-famous landmark, it possesses an authentic, grounded charm found in the quietude of its coastal surroundings and the steady, unpretentious pace of its daily life.

Nearby Outdoor Places

City of Jacksonville - Rails to Trails Greenway (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 015° N
Onslow County Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 002° N
Montford Point Marine Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 318° NW
Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 316° NW
9/11 World Trade Center Beam (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 316° NW
Beirut Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 316° NW
Michael J. Stokes Park (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 072° E
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 2.1 mi, 324° NW
Zing Zumm (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 310° NW
MCAS New River Theater (Theatre) — 2.9 mi, 261° W
New River Swamps And Marshes Fee (Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 307° NW
New River Preserve (Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 307° NW
NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 350° N
Stones Creek Game Land (State Conservation Area) — 5.0 mi, 085° E
John A. Lejeune (Public Artwork) — 5.2 mi, 150° SE
Hog Wild at Howard Farm (Attraction) — 9.8 mi, 326° NW
Croatan Game Land (Marine Protected Area) — 12.5 mi, 064° NE
Croatan National Forest (National Forest) — 12.5 mi, 064° NE · 162k acres
One Tree Hill Clay Beach House (Attraction) — 16.0 mi, 183° S
Catfish Lake South Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 16.6 mi, 048° NE · 8,490 acres
Pocosin Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 18.7 mi, 075° E · 12k acres
Golfin Dolphin Golf Plane (Attraction) — 18.7 mi, 097° E
Emerald Plantation Cinema 4 (Cinema) — 20.1 mi, 103° E
Talos (Attraction) — 28.4 mi, 208° SW
Missiles and More Museum (Museum) — 28.4 mi, 208° SW
Pirates Turf (Attraction) — 28.5 mi, 208° SW
New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park (Registered Battlefield) — 30.7 mi, 044° NE
Bear Town Cinema (Cinema) — 30.8 mi, 035° NE
New Bern Firemen's Museum (Museum) — 32.9 mi, 037° NE
Sudan Shriners (Public Artwork) — 33.1 mi, 038° NE

Latest News: Jacksonville

Loading news…

World News

Loading news-world…

More World News