Is jacksonville NC a nice place to live?

Question

my husband is getting re-stationed there i know it has to be better than 29 palms CA but i'm a little nervous because i've never even been in NC so i don't know what to expect!

Answer 1

In simple terms... Jacksonville is full of:

1. Tattoo Parlor's

2. Strip Clubs

3. McDonald'ss

4. Steak Houses

and 5. Car dealerships

I mean, it isn't terrible. The weather is nice. The mall has pretty slim pickings for stores. There is a main road called Western Blvd. that basically has everything you need on it.

Good luck with your move! I would suggest getting involved in something so you can make friends quick... or the city can get very very boring.

Answer 2

If you are used to California then moving to North Carolina will be a major culture shock for you. I have lived near Jacksonville and it was definitely way different then the Illinois suburb I grew up in. I dont mean that it is a bad place, its just different. I actually liked living down there once I got used to it. Its warm and the people are friendly. They like to say "Bless your heart!" and they drink a lot of sweet tea, which I cant live without now... Dont be nervous its just a simpler way of life.