10 cities
| City | County | 2026 Pop. ↓ |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | Onslow County | 69,625 |
| James City | Craven County | 4,619 |
| Jamestown | Guilford County | 3,825 |
| Jonesville | Yadkin County | 2,348 |
| Jefferson | Ashe County | 1,658 |
| Jackson Heights | Jones County | 970 |
| JAARS | Union County | 809 |
| Jamesville | Martin County | 405 |
| Jackson | Northampton County | 404 |
| Jackson Springs | Moore County | 250 |