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Military Bases in North Carolina
Explore 21 military bases in North Carolina. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
North Carolina is a major military concentration point with large Army and Marine Corps presence plus important aviation and support infrastructure.
- Installations
- 21
- Service categories
- 5
Military Economic Impact
Economic impact in North Carolina
OLDCC DoD spending baseline for every state, plus curated statewide impact studies when published.
- DoD spending (OLDCC)
- $12.5B
- State impact study
- —
- Personnel
- 112,209
- Installations listed
- 20
10× Installation; 2× Marine Corps Air Station; 2× Air Station; 1× Fort. OLDCC FY2023 DoD contract, payroll, and grant spending for this state (consistent federal baseline). Statewide GDP/output multiplier studies are shown separately when curated.
Branch Presence
Branch-level coverage for military installations in North Carolina.
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Army
9 installations
9 Army bases in North Carolina. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Fort LibertyFayetteville, NCArmyFortFort Liberty, formerly Fort Bragg, is one of the largest military installations in the world and home to the XVIII Airborne Corps and U.S. Army Special Operations Command.View base
- Camp MackallSouthern Pines, NCArmyTraining CenterCamp Mackall is a training site for Army Special Operations forces, hosting portions of Special Forces assessment and selection.View base
- Simmons Army AirfieldFort Liberty, NCArmySimmons Army Airfield at Fort Liberty supports the 82nd Airborne Division and XVIII Airborne Corps aviation.View base
- Military Ocean Terminal Sunny PointArmyMilitary Ocean Terminal Sunny Point is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- NG RaleighArmyNG Raleigh is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- NG MTA Camp ButnerArmyNG MTA Camp Butner is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- Fort BraggArmyFort Bragg is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- Army Research OfficeArmyArmy Research Office is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- Wilson USARCArmyWilson USARC is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
Air Force
5 installations
5 Air Force bases in North Carolina. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Seymour Johnson Air Force BaseGoldsboro, NCAir ForceAir Force BaseSeymour Johnson Air Force Base is home to the 4th Fighter Wing, flying F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft.View base
- Pope FieldFayetteville, NCAir ForceAir Force FieldPope Field is an Air Force installation adjacent to Fort Liberty, supporting airborne and special operations forces.View base
- Charlotte/Douglas IAPAir ForceCharlotte/Douglas IAP is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- Dare County RangeAir ForceDare County Range is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
- Blakeslee Air Force Recreation AreaAir ForceBlakeslee Air Force Recreation Area is a U.S. military installation in North Carolina.View base
Marine Corps
3 installations
3 Marine Corps bases in North Carolina. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Marine Corps Base Camp LejeuneJacksonville, NCMarine CorpsMarine Corps BaseMarine Corps Base Camp Lejeune is the major East Coast expeditionary force-in-readiness base.View base
- Marine Corps Air Station Cherry PointHavelock, NCMarine CorpsMarine Corps Air StationMarine Corps Air Station Cherry Point is home to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.View base
- Marine Corps Air Station New RiverJacksonville, NCMarine CorpsMarine Corps Air StationMarine Corps Air Station New River is the world's largest helicopter and tiltrotor base.View base
Coast Guard
3 installations
3 Coast Guard bases in North Carolina. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth CityElizabeth City, NCCoast GuardAir StationCoast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City is home to Aviation Technical Training Center and fixed-wing aircraft.View base
- U.S. Coast Guard Sector North CarolinaWilmington, NCCoast GuardSectorCoast Guard Sector North Carolina oversees port safety and security along the North Carolina coast.View base
- Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth CityElizabeth City, NCCoast GuardAir StationCoast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City is a Coast Guard aviation installation serving operations in and around North Carolina.View base
National Guard
1 installation
1 National Guard base in North Carolina. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
National Guard Installations in North Carolina
View state-level National Guard coverage and use official source pathways for unit-specific details.
1 installation listed
Relocation Notes
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Lifestyle Highlights
- Blend of coastal living, suburban growth corridors, and smaller military towns
- Four-season climate with humid summers and mild winters in many regions
- Strong outdoor access from beaches to mountain day-trip destinations
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North Carolina Military Base FAQ
Why is North Carolina important for military families?
North Carolina combines a large installation footprint with a wide range of community types and relocation options.
What branches have strong presence in North Carolina?
North Carolina includes major Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force-connected installations depending on region.