Cities & Towns in Lee County, NC
Lee County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 62,353 inhabitants. The county was created 117 years ago in 1907. Its county seat is Sanford.
There are 1 city/town in Lee County, NC. The largest city of Lee County is Sanford with a population of 30,361.
Sanford
Sanford, City in Lee County, North Carolina, United States of America
Lee County is located in central North Carolina and has a population of around 60,000 residents. The county seat and largest city is Sanford. Here is an overview of the cities and towns in Lee County:
Sanford
Sanford is the largest city in Lee County with a population of around 29,000 residents. It serves as the county seat and is home to the Lee County Courthouse and other government offices. Sanford sits along the Deep River and was founded in the 1870s. It originally thrived as a railroad hub and tobacco market. Today, Sanford is a commercial and industrial center in the region.
Broadway
Broadway is a small town located northwest of Sanford along US Highway 421. It has a population of around 1,000 residents. The downtown area of Broadway contains several historic buildings and antiques shops. The Broadway Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town hosts several community events each year.
Jonesboro
Jonesboro is an unincorporated community situated east of Sanford. It has a population of around 1,000 residents. Jonesboro contains a historic downtown area along US Highway 15-501. The Jonesboro Historic District contains homes and buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Jonesboro is home to several annual festivals and community events.
Carthage
Carthage is a small town west of Sanford with a population of around 2,500 residents. It contains a historic courthouse built in 1907 which serves as a museum. The town hosts several noteworthy events each year including an annual buggy festival and a collard festival. Carthage also contains antique shops and restaurants downtown.
Other small communities and unincorporated areas in Lee County include Brickhaven, Tramway, and Greenwood among others. The county contains a mix of rural farms, forests, and small towns. It continues to grow in population while maintaining its heritage and charm.
All Lee County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lee County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford | City in Lee County, North Carolina, United States of America | 30,361 |
