Living in Onslow County, North Carolina

Onslow County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 186,311, part of the Jacksonville, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Jacksonville, Swansboro, Richlands.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,317/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $264K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Onslow County has young demographics, with a median age of 26 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.