Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Elizabeth City: city in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina
About
Elizabeth City is a city located in the county of Cleveland in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 18,683. After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 17,751 inhabitants.
The city was created 232 years ago in 1793.
Quick Facts about Elizabeth City
| Population | 17,751 (2019) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Cleveland County |
| Different from | Elizabethtown |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Area | 31700000 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.2929,-81.4912 |
| Altitude | 13 feet / 4 meters |
| Capital city | Elizabeth City is capital of Pasquotank County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1794 (232 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:57:13 (18th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 27909 |
| Population growth | -5.25% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 91℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Elizabeth City is located at 35°17'34"N 81°29'28"W (35.2929100, -81.4912000).
Elizabeth City map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 91. East northeast wind 1 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Elizabeth City decreased by 5.25% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,683 | - | census |
| 2011 | 18,296 | -2.12% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 18,390 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,877 | -2.87% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,730 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,660 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,513 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,476 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,674 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,751 | 0.43% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Elizabeth City
1Waterfront Park
508 S Water St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523351424 | Website available
2Museum of the Albemarle
501 S Water St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523351453 | Website available
3Charles Creek Park
719 Riverside Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523351424 | Website available
4Elizabeth City Parks & Rec
200 E Ward St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523376646
5Causeway Park
US-158, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Where to Eat in Elizabeth City
1IHOP
1700 City Center Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523379838 | Website available
2Applebee's Grill + Bar
611 S Hughes Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523382221 | Website available
3Cook Out
912 W Ehringhaus St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523311546 | Website available
4Ruby Tuesday
503 S Hughes Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523311521 | Website available
5Plaza Azteca Mexican Restaurant · Elizabeth City
3860 Patrick Way, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523840163 | Website available
Where to Stay in Elizabeth City
1Hampton Inn Elizabeth City
402 Halstead Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523331800 | Website available
2Best Western Plus Elizabeth City Inn & Suites
848 Halstead Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523317751 | Website available
3Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Elizabeth City
1640 City Center Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523331003 | Website available
4Quality Inn Elizabeth City Near University
522 S Hughes Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12525620493 | Website available
5Days Inn by Wyndham Elizabeth City
308 S Hughes Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, United States View details
Phone: +12523354316 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Elizabeth City
1Elizabeth City Public Utility
306 E Colonial Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523383981 | Website available
2Elizabeth City Public Utility
410 Pritchard St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523376628
3Elizabeth City Senior Center
200 E Ward St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523376661 | Website available
4Elizabeth City Planning
302 E Colonial Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523376672 | Website available
5Elizabeth City Fire Department
305 E Main St #4306, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523383913 | Website available
6Elizabeth City Fire Department
410 Harney St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523331045 | Website available
7Elizabeth City Clerk
306 E Colonial Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 View details
Phone: +12523376955
People born in Elizabeth City (35)
People born in Elizabeth City, including Governor of North Carolina from 1933 to 1937 John C. B. Ehringhaus, con artist and prison escapee Steven Jay Russell, politician Clinton L. Cobb, .
More notable people
- Kenny Williams (American basketball player (b. 1969)) he was born in 09/06/1969
- Lemuel Sawyer (American politician (1777-1852)) he was born in 01/01/1777
- John Pool (American politician (1826-1884)) he was born in 16/06/1826
- John Dear (Catholic priest from the United States) he was born in 13/08/1959
- Walter F. Pool (American politician) he was born in 10/10/1850
- Anthony Smith (American sportsperson and gridiron football player) he was born in 28/06/1967
- Bob Hagedorn (American politician) he was born in 16/02/1952
- Clara Hale (American humanitarian) she was born in 01/04/1905
- Evelyn Cunningham (American journalist) she was born in 25/01/1916
- Franklin D. Miller (United States Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 27/01/1945
- George M. Modlin (Amreican academic administrator) he was born in 13/07/1903
- George Washington Brooks (United States federal judge) he was born in 16/03/1821
- James Green Martin (Confederate Army general) he was born in 14/02/1819
- John Walton (American football quarterback) he was born in 04/10/1947
- John Warren Davis (New Jersey politician and federal judge) he was born in 04/03/1867
- Lee Rouson (American football player) he was born in 18/10/1962
- Mary Burrus Williams (American writer) she was born in 05/09/1940
- McKinley Boston (American football player and coach, college athletics administrator) he was born in 05/11/1945
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elizabeth City, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198321 | Cleveland Community College | Shelby (NC) | 28152-6224 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Elizabeth City, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
| CLT | Charlotte | 1914 North Tryon St. | RAIL |
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| GRV | Greenville | 1120 West Washington Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Elizabeth City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby Post Office | Shelby (NC) | 28150 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Elizabeth City, North Carolina city in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina with a population of 17,988 people.
Other cities in Cleveland County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cleveland County , NC. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby | 20,145 | City in and the county seat of Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States |
| Archdale | 11,560 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States |
| Kings Mountain | 11,118 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Boiling Springs | 4,674 | City in North Carolina, USA |
| Belwood | 963 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Grover | 709 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Light Oak | 691 | Township in Cleveland County, North Carolina |
| Kingstown | 682 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Patterson Springs | 628 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Fallston | 610 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lawndale | 589 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Polkville | 552 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lattimore | 454 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Dover | 384 | Town in Craven County, North Carolina, United States |
| Waco | 319 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Mooresboro | 316 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Elizabeth City distances to largest North Carolina cities