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.
West Raleigh, A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina.
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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West Raleigh | A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina. | Wake | 338,759 |
Winston-Salem | The fifth most populous city in North Carolina. | Forsyth | 248,112 |
Wilmington | The largest city in the state of North Carolina. | New Hanover | 124,794 |
Wilson | County seat of Wilson County, North Carolina, USA | Wilson | 49,643 |
Wilson | The most populous city in Wilson County, North Carolina. | Buncombe | 49,479 |
Wake Forest | Town located in the U. | Wake | 47,314 |
Waxhaw | Town in Union County, North Carolina, USA | Union | 17,987 |
Weddington | City in North Carolina, United States of America | Union | 11,389 |
Waynesville | City in North Carolina | Haywood | 10,557 |
Winterville | City in Clarke County, Georgia, United States of America | Pitt | 10,132 |
Washington | City in Beaufort County, North Carolina, United States of America | Beaufort | 9,487 |
Wesley Chapel | Village in the United States | Union | 9,476 |
Wendell | Town in North Carolina, United States | Wake | 9,387 |
Woodfin | City in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States of America | Buncombe | 6,679 |
Walkertown | City in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States of America | Buncombe | 5,290 |
Wadesboro | City in North Carolina | Anson | 5,242 |
Whiteville | City in North Carolina | Columbus | 5,242 |
Williamston | City in North Carolina | Martin | 5,129 |
Walkertown | City in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States of America | Forsyth | 4,969 |
Wrightsboro | Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina | New Hanover | 4,896 |
Wingate | City in Union County, North Carolina, United States of America | Union | 4,724 |
Walkertown | City in Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States of America | Harnett | 4,331 |
Welcome | Census designated place | Davidson | 4,162 |
Weaverville | Town in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States of America | Buncombe | 4,039 |
Westport | Township in Lincoln County, North Carolina | Lincoln | 4,026 |
Wallace | Place in North Carolina, United States of America | Duplin | 3,859 |
Windsor | Town in North Carolina, United States | Bertie | 3,493 |
Whispering Pines | Village in North Carolina | Moore | 3,461 |
Wilkesboro | Town in and the county seat of Wilkes County, North Carolina | Wilkes | 3,430 |
Wallburg | Human settlement in Davidson County, North Carolina, United States of America | Davidson | 3,125 |
Warsaw | Town in North Carolina, United States | Duplin | 3,084 |
Wentworth | Small town located in Rockingham County, North Carolina | Rockingham | 2,734 |
Wrightsville Beach | City in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America | New Hanover | 2,516 |
Wilsons Mills | Park in the United States of America | Johnston | 2,277 |
Wanchese | Township in Dare County, North Carolina | Dare | 1,642 |
Walnut Cove | City in Stokes County, North Carolina, United States of America | Stokes | 1,532 |
Weldon | Town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States | Halifax | 1,456 |
West Marion | Township in McDowell County, North Carolina | McDowell | 1,348 |
West Jefferson | Town in North Carolina, United States | Ashe | 1,313 |
West Canton | Township in Haywood County, North Carolina | Haywood | 1,247 |
White Plains | Township in Surry County, North Carolina | Surry | 1,074 |
Walnut Creek | Village in North Carolina, USA | Madison | 864 |
Warrenton | Ghost town in Warren County, Indiana | Warren | 821 |
Wagram | Town in North Carolina, USA | Scotland | 772 |
White Lake | Town in Bladen County, North Carolina, USA | Bladen | 742 |
Winton | City in North Carolina | Hertford | 712 |
Woodland | Town in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States | Northampton | 701 |
Whitakers | City in North Carolina, United States of America | Nash | 700 |
Whitsett | Human settlement in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States of America | Guilford | 643 |
Winfall | Human settlement in Perquimans County, North Carolina, United States of America | Perquimans | 620 |
Wade | City in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States of America | Cumberland | 588 |
Washington Park | Town of the United States | Beaufort | 429 |
Webster | City in North Carolina, US | Jackson | 386 |
Waco | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America | Cleveland | 319 |
Watha | Human settlement in Pender County, North Carolina, United States of America | Pender | 247 |
Walstonburg | Human settlement in Greene County, North Carolina, United States of America | Greene | 207 |