Jacksonville

Local offices in Jacksonville

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Utilities Billing

  815 New Bridge Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and sanitation utility accountsStart or manage city water, sewer, and sanitation service or get help with your utility bill.
  Call 910-938-5248DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksonvillenc.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Adult Services

  100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • Adult and senior activitiesRegister for adult and senior activities, classes, and fitness programs at the city adult center.Apply online
  Call 910-938-5318DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksonvillenc.gov

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  815 New Bridge St, Jacksonville, NC

  Help here

  • City information and Jacksonville Connect helpGet help signing up for city alerts about emergencies, water outages, and other city messages.
  Call 910-938-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksonvillenc.gov

• State office

  NCDMV Driver License Office

  299 Wilmington Highway, Jacksonville, NC

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationApply for or renew a North Carolina driver license or identification card in person.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Recreation & Parks

  100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28546

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind city recreation programs, classes, activities, and places to play or gather.Apply online
  Call 910-938-5312DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jacksonvillenc.gov

City of Jacksonville, NC website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Jacksonville

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Jacksonville

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

• American Job Center

  NCWorks Career Center- Onslow County

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  3 miles away

  461 Western Blvd, Suite 106, Jacksonville, NC 28546

  Hours: Monday - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

  Call 910-347-2121DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 13, 2026

• Youth program

  Coastal Carolina Community College

  3 miles away

  444 Western Blvd., Jacksonville, NC 28546

  Call 910-455-1221DirectionsWebsite

• Youth program

  Onslow County Schools

  3.5 miles away

  200 Broadhurst Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Call 910-455-2211DirectionsWebsite

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Onslow County

Jacksonville is in Onslow County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Onslow County Department of Social Services

  1915 Onslow Drive Extension, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for food, cash, and medical assistance programs through the county.
  • Child and adult protective servicesGet help when a child or vulnerable adult may be at risk of abuse or neglect.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the county office.Read more
  Call 910-455-4145DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on onslowcountync.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Onslow Community Outreach

  1210 Hargett Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • Food, shelter, and medical assistancePeople in need can contact the nonprofit for food assistance, shelter, and medical care.
  Call 910-455-5733DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on onslowco.org

• Public health · County office

  Onslow County Health Department WIC Office

  612 College Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 910-347-5002DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on onslowcountync.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of Onslow County 211

  Help here

  • Local health and human services referralsCall any time to find local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on uwonslow.org

• Public health · County office

  Onslow County Health Department

  612 College Street, Jacksonville, NC 28540

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesGet health clinic services, health information, and referrals from the county health department.
  Call 910-347-2154DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on onslowcountync.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Onslow County Senior Services

  4024 Richlands Highway, Jacksonville, NC 28541

  Help here

  • Senior meals, transportation, and in-home supportOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, in-home help, and other support services.
  Call 910-455-2747DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on onslowcountync.gov

Everything in Onslow County

North Carolina programs by kind of help

These are run by North Carolina and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026