Johnston County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 216,246 inhabitants. The county was created 279 years ago in 1746. Its county seat is Smithfield.
There are 1 city/town in Johnston County, NC. The largest city of Johnston County is Wilsons Mills with a population of 2,277.
Wilsons Mills, Park in the United States of America
Nestled between Raleigh and Fayetteville, Johnston County offers a mix of small-town charm and suburban convenience. The county seat, Smithfield, provides cozy downtown dining and shops in its historical buildings. Smithfield is famed as the center of North Carolina's pork industry.
To the south, visitors will find peaceful living and recreation around Jordan Lake in the town of Willow Spring. Further east, the town of Selma offers its own historic downtown district and community parks.
As Raleigh's suburbs expand, Johnston County towns like Clayton and Archer Lodge are seeing growth in new neighborhoods, shopping centers, and schools. Yet these communities maintain their quaint allure.
In the western part of the county, Princeton provides access to nature areas like Rains Creek State Forest, boasting hiking trails and a scenic stretch of the Neuse River.
Johnston County's mix of history, natural beauty and suburban convenience make it an appealing residential destination in the Heart of Carolina region.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnston County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Wilsons Mills | Park in the United States of America | 2,277 |
