Housing by town in Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County, North Carolina has 9 places with Census figures, and its median gross rent is $1,265 (±$40) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
36.3% of its households rent.
The median gross rent was $997 in 2015–2019 (+26.9%; No measurable change after inflation).
Jacksonville has the highest median gross rent ($1,321) and Richlands the lowest ($798).
Figures last updated on .
- Median gross rent
- $1,265 (±$40)
- Households that rent
- 36.3%
- Median household income
- $68,148
- Places
- 9
Cities, towns and townships in Onslow County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Moon | $1,210 | 24.1% | $68,946 | $182,500 | $964 |
| Holly Ridge | $1,315 | 11.4% | $104,788 | $360,300 | $2,822 |
| Jacksonville | $1,321 | 61.3% | $57,697 | $210,100 | $1,870 |
| North Topsail Beach | $1,268 | 5.5% | $121,250 | $473,600 | $3,912 |
| Piney Green | $1,202 | 33.6% | $72,177 | $227,600 | $1,268 |
| Pumpkin Center | — | 10.5% | $64,102 | $189,600 | $984 |
| Richlands | $798 | 33.7% | $65,163 | $248,800 | $1,479 |
| Sneads Ferry | — | 23.8% | $79,594 | $269,300 | $1,580 |
| Swansboro | $1,106 | 27.5% | $114,425 | $378,700 | $2,806 |
HUD income limits, fiscal year 2026
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $17,950 | $29,900 | $47,850 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $34,200 | $54,650 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
How the places in Onslow County rank across North Carolina
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Crime reported to police in Onslow County
| Year | Violent crimes | Violent per 100,000 | Property crimes | Property per 100,000 | Residents served | Departments reporting in full |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 470 | 221 | 3,067 | 1,439 | 213,068 | 7 of 7 |
| 2024 | 506 | 228 | 2,915 | 1,313 | 221,934 | 7 of 7 |
| 2025 | 526 | 239 | 2,693 | 1,226 | 219,707 | 7 of 7 |
In 2025, the police departments that report for Onslow County recorded 526 violent and 2,693 property crimes, 239 and 1,226 per 100,000 residents.
Every department with residents of its own in the county reported every month that year.
The county figure adds up its city and town police, its sheriff and any state police with residents of their own; a university or transit force is left out, because the people it serves are already counted by the town around them.
The FBI asks that these figures not be used to rank places or to judge how safe a neighborhood is.
Police departments in Onslow County, 2025
| Department | Residents served | Violent crimes | Property crimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onslow County Sheriff's Office | 130,093 | 338 | 1,247 |
| Jacksonville Police Department | 70,256 | 160 | 1,212 |
| Holly Ridge Police Department | 6,228 | 1 | 31 |
| Surf City Police Department | 5,272 | 23 | 88 |
| Swansboro Police Department | 4,273 | 4 | 71 |
| Richlands Police Department | 2,485 | 0 | 18 |
| North Topsail Beach Police Department | 1,100 | 0 | 26 |
ZIP codes in Onslow County
| ZIP code | Residents | Median gross rent | Median home value | Median household income | Households that rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28540 | 49,141 | $1,091 | $223,800 | $65,625 | 38.2% |
| 28546 | 47,256 | $1,256 | $226,100 | $63,561 | 42.2% |
| 28547 | 21,346 | $1,473 | — | $67,588 | 100.0% |
| 28574 | 20,990 | $1,147 | $216,500 | $67,416 | 18.3% |
| 28539 | 18,351 | $1,195 | $230,200 | $66,976 | 23.8% |
| 28460 | 13,532 | $1,674 | $343,600 | $88,908 | 25.3% |
| 28445 | 10,797 | $1,151 | $386,100 | $84,016 | 16.9% |
| 28543 | 6,069 | $1,418 | — | $50,649 | 97.1% |
| 28555 | 5,914 | $1,044 | $170,700 | $69,236 | 24.0% |
| 28544 | 4,386 | $1,262 | $141,700 | $52,354 | 65.4% |
| 28542 | 3,508 | $1,451 | — | $125,491 | 100.0% |
| 28454 | 2,895 | $1,558 | $209,400 | $73,015 | 17.8% |
| 28582 | 1,658 | $1,106 | $354,900 | $89,348 | 11.1% |
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Questions about Onslow County
What is the crime rate in Onslow County?
In 2025, the police departments that report for Onslow County recorded 239 violent and 1,226 property crimes per 100,000 residents (526 violent and 2,693 property crimes in all).
Which place in Onslow County has the highest rent?
Jacksonville has the highest median gross rent, $1,321 (±$36) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Which place in Onslow County has the lowest rent?
Richlands has the lowest median gross rent, $798 (±$536) a month.
What is the median rent in Onslow County, North Carolina?
The median gross rent in Onslow County is $1,265 (±$40) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Onslow County, North Carolina
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Onslow County, North Carolina
- HUD Income Limits, fiscal year 2026: Jacksonville, NC MSA
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Crime Data Explorer
- FBI: Uniform Crime Reporting statistics and their proper use
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Areas
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