Wayne County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 123,967 inhabitants. The county was created 246 years ago in 1779. Its county seat is Goldsboro.
There are 1 city/town in Wayne County, NC. The largest city of Wayne County is Pikeville with a population of 677.
Pikeville, Township in Wayne County, North Carolina
With a population of around 123,000 people, Wayne County in eastern North Carolina is home to a mix of small cities, quaint towns, and rural communities. The county seat and largest city is Goldsboro, with a population of around 36,000. Goldsboro is known for its rich history, antique shops, and Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
Other notable cities and towns in Wayne County include Mount Olive, a town of around 5,000 best known for its annual Pickle Festival; Pikeville, a small town of around 700 people; Fremont, home to around 1,500 residents; and Eureka, a tiny village of around 250 people.
Dotted throughout the countryside of Wayne County are dozens of even smaller unincorporated communities like Seven Springs, Walnut Creek, and Elroy. These rural crossroad villages retain the charm of classic small-town America.
With its blend of micropolitan hubs, historic small towns, and bucolic scenery, Wayne County offers visitors and residents alike a taste of quintessential eastern North Carolina living. In this post, we'll take a closer look at some of the most notable cities and towns that call Wayne County home.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wayne County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Pikeville | Township in Wayne County, North Carolina | 677 |
