North Carolina, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 10,600,823 inhabitants. The state was created 235 years ago in 1789. Its capital city is Raleigh.
From the Appalachian Mountains to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina's geography shapes its distinctive destinations. With a population of over 10 million people, North Carolina squeezes charm and culture into its 53,000 square miles. Can't-miss cities and towns include:
Charlotte - The largest and most cosmopolitan city in NC, Charlotte boasts professional sports, museums, a lively arts scene, and a blossoming food and microbrewery movement.
Raleigh - North Carolina’s capital is home to top universities, the State Capitol building, and the bustling Fayetteville Street. Museums and performing arts venues make it a cultural hub.
Asheville – Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville melds old and new with its historic architecture, farm-to-table fare, and thriving craft beer scene. Outdoor adventure abounds in the surrounding peaks and waterfalls.
Wilmington - Coastal Wilmington flaunts antebellum architecture and its riverfront location. It provides access to Carolina beaches and serves as a filming location for movies and TV shows.
Winston-Salem – Showcasing early Moravian influence, Winston-Salem has a historic downtown, lively arts environment, and is the birthplace of North Carolina’s wine industry.
From mountain vistas to beaches and colonial to modern, North Carolina’s cities and towns highlight intriguing history against scenic backdrops.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in North Carolina.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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High Point | The second most populous city in Guilford County, North Carolina. | Guilford | 113,565 |
Huntersville | The most populous city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. | Mecklenburg | 59,095 |
Hickory | The second-largest city in Catawba County, North Carolina. | Catawba | 41,473 |
Holly Springs | A town in Wake County, North Carolina. | Carteret | 39,882 |
Holly Springs | City in and county seat of Marshall County, Mississippi, United States | Wake | 31,377 |
Havelock | City in Craven County, North Carolina, United States | Craven | 19,593 |
Harrisburg | Town in North Carolina | Cabarrus | 16,852 |
Hope Mills | City in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States of America | Cumberland | 15,848 |
Henderson | City in Vance County, North Carolina, United States | Vance | 15,109 |
Hendersonville | County seat of Henderson County, North Carolina, United States | Henderson | 14,235 |
Half Moon | Census-Designated Place in Onslow County, North Carolina | Onslow | 8,352 |
Hillsborough | Town in and county seat of Orange County, North Carolina, United States | Orange | 7,226 |
Hamlet | Small settlement in a rural area | Richmond | 6,356 |
Hampstead | Unincorporated community in Pender County, North Carolina | Pender | 4,083 |
Hudson | Town in North Carolina | Caldwell | 3,703 |
Holly Ridge | City in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States of America | Onslow | 3,092 |
Haw River | City in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States of America | Alamance | 2,532 |
Horse Shoe | Township in Henderson County, North Carolina | Henderson | 2,351 |
Hertford | Town in North Carolina, United States | Perquimans | 2,143 |
Hildebran | City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America | Burke | 2,006 |
Hays | Township in Wilkes County, North Carolina | Wilkes | 1,851 |
Hemby Bridge | City in Union County, North Carolina, United States of America | Union | 1,846 |
Harkers Island | Township in Carteret County, North Carolina | Carteret | 1,207 |
Hoopers Creek | Township in Henderson County, North Carolina | Henderson | 1,056 |
Highlands | Human settlement in North Carolina, United States of America | Macon | 984 |
High Shoals | Town | Gaston | 757 |
Hightsville | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina | New Hanover | 739 |
Holden Beach | Town in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States | Brunswick | 675 |
Harmony | Town in north Carolina | Iredell | 604 |
Hot Springs | City in Madison County, North Carolina, United States of America | Madison | 574 |
Hoffman | Human settlement in Richmond County, North Carolina, United States of America | Richmond | 571 |
Hiddenite | Township in Alexander County, North Carolina | Alexander | 536 |
Hayesville | Township in Clay County, North Carolina | Clay | 497 |
Hookerton | Township in Greene County, North Carolina | Greene | 389 |
Hamilton | Town in North Carolina, USA | Martin | 363 |
Hobgood | Town in North Carolina | Halifax | 315 |
Halifax | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States | Halifax | 201 |
Harrells | Human settlement in North Carolina, United States of America | Sampson | 191 |
Harrellsville | Township in Hertford County, North Carolina | Hertford | 95 |
Hassell | Human settlement in Martin County, North Carolina, United States of America | Martin | 75 |