Beaufort, North Carolina
Beaufort: town in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America
About
Beaufort is a town located in the county of Carteret in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,039 and a population density of 277 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,491 inhabitants.
The town was created 317 years ago in 1708.
Quick Facts about Beaufort
| Population | 4,491 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Carteret County |
| Different from | Beaufort |
| Postal code | 28516 |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Area | 14.59 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.7182,-76.6638 |
| Named for | Henry Somerset, 2nd Duke of Beaufort |
| Altitude | 10 feet / 3 meters |
| Capital city | Beaufort is capital of Carteret County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1709 (317 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 02:51:24 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 308 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.06% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Beaufort is located at 34°43'6"N 76°39'50"W (34.7182200, -76.6638200).
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Official website of Beaufort
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Beaufort increased by 10.06% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,039 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,243 | 4.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,234 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,282 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,291 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,301 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,291 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,297 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,398 | 2.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,452 | 1.21% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,491 | 0.87% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Beaufort
1Garbacon Shoal Mark #7
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2Reef under the Docks
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3Front St. Round-About
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Where to Eat in Beaufort
1Beaufort Hotel
2440 Lennoxville Rd, Beaufort, NC 28516, United States View details
Phone: +12527283000 | Website available
People born in Beaufort (10)
People born in Beaufort, including ninth Governor of the U.S. State of North Carolina Samuel Ashe, politician Charles R. Thomas, politician, lawyer and judge Charles R. Thomas, .
More notable people
- Kevin Brooks (American basketball player/coach) he was born in 12/10/1969
- Brien Taylor (American baseball player) he was born in 26/12/1971
- Big Boy Henry (American singer) he was born in 26/05/1921
- Joe Montford (Player of American and Canadian football) he was born in 30/07/1970
- Levar Fisher (American football player) he was born in 02/07/1979
- Maude Jeannie Young (Texas state botanist, writer and teacher (1826-1882)) she was born in 01/11/1826
- Michael J. Smith (American astronaut) he was born in 30/04/1945
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Beaufort, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198206 | Carteret Community College | Morehead City (NC) | 28557-2989 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Beaufort, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHD | Morehead City, NC | 1001 Arendell Street | BUS |
| HVL | Havelock, NC | 201 Tourist Center Drive | BUS |
| NBR | New Bern, NC | 203 South Front Street | BUS |
| JNC | Jacksonville, NC | 850 New Bridge Street | BUS |
| KNC | Kinston, NC | 101 East New Bern Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Beaufort.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Beaufor Post Office | Beaufort (NC) | 28516 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Beaufort, South Carolina city in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States with a population of 13,204 people.
Other cities in Carteret County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Carteret County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Springs | 39,882 | A town in Wake County, North Carolina. |
| Morehead City | 9,669 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| Newport | 4,636 | City in North Carolina, USA |
| Emerald Isle | 3,676 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Cape Carteret | 2,061 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Atlantic Beach | 1,515 | Town of the United States |
| Pine Knoll Shores | 1,315 | City in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Cedar Point | 1,296 | Town in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States |
| Harkers Island | 1,207 | Township in Carteret County, North Carolina |
| Peletier | 721 | Human settlement in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Bogue | 706 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Indian Beach | 119 | Human settlement in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Beaufort distances to largest North Carolina cities