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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Pinehurst | Village in North Carolina | Caldwell | 17,014 |
Pinehurst | Village in North Carolina | Moore | 15,752 |
Piney Green | Census designated place | Onslow | 13,293 |
Pineville | Pineville is a city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina | Mecklenburg | 9,185 |
Pleasant Garden | City in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States of America | Guilford | 4,990 |
Pittsboro | Town in North Carolina, United States | Chatham | 4,419 |
Plymouth | Town in North Carolina, United States | Washington | 3,332 |
Pembroke | Town in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States | Robeson | 2,942 |
Polkton | City in Anson County, North Carolina, United States of America | Anson | 2,288 |
Pumpkin Center | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina | Onslow | 2,222 |
Pine Level | Human settlement in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States of America | Columbus | 2,080 |
Plain View | Census-designated place in Sampson County, North Carolina | Sampson | 1,961 |
Princeville | City in Illinois, United States of America | Edgecombe | 1,901 |
Pine Level | City in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States of America | Johnston | 1,861 |
Pinebluff | City in Moore County, North Carolina, United States of America | Moore | 1,647 |
Princeton | Town in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States | Johnston | 1,425 |
Pilot Mountain | City in Piedmont Triad, North Carolina, United States of America | Surry | 1,408 |
Pine Knoll Shores | City in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America | Carteret | 1,315 |
Pinetops | City in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, United States of America | Edgecombe | 1,221 |
Pleasant Hill | Pleasant Hill is a city in Alamance County, North Carolina | Alamance | 1,087 |
Prospect | Census-designated place in Robeson County, North Carolina | Robeson | 981 |
Pleasant Hill | Township in Wilkes County, North Carolina | Wilkes | 878 |
Peletier | Human settlement in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America | Carteret | 721 |
Pikeville | Township in Wayne County, North Carolina | Wayne | 677 |
Patterson Springs | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America | Cleveland | 628 |
Polkville | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America | Cleveland | 552 |
Pink Hill | Township in Lenoir County, North Carolina | Lenoir | 511 |
Parkton | Township in Robeson County, North Carolina | Robeson | 430 |
Peachland | Town in North Carolina, United States | Anson | 402 |
Pollocksville | Human settlement in Jones County, North Carolina, United States of America | Jones | 279 |
Parmele | Human settlement in Martin County, North Carolina, United States of America | Martin | 253 |
Powellsville | Human settlement in Bertie County, North Carolina, United States of America | Bertie | 239 |
Pantego | Township in Beaufort County, North Carolina | Beaufort | 175 |
Proctorville | Human settlement in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States of America | Robeson | 119 |