Cities & Towns in North Carolina,

North Carolina, Located on the East Coast of the United States, this state is home to major cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro. It is known for its diverse landscapes, from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic coastline, and for its significant role in tobacco, textile, and furniture industries.. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 10,600,823 inhabitants. The state was created 236 years ago in 1789. Its capital city is Raleigh.

High Point
High Point

High Point, The second most populous city in Guilford County, North Carolina.

Huntersville
Huntersville

Huntersville, The most populous city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

Hickory
Hickory

Hickory, The second-largest city in Catawba 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.

All North Carolina Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in North Carolina.

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City Name County Population
High Point Guilford 113,565
Huntersville Mecklenburg 59,095
Hickory Catawba 41,473
Holly Springs Carteret 39,882
Holly Springs Wake 31,377
Havelock Craven 19,593
Harrisburg Cabarrus 16,852
Hope Mills Cumberland 15,848
Henderson Vance 15,109
Hendersonville Henderson 14,235
Half Moon Onslow 8,352
Hillsborough Orange 7,226
Hamlet Richmond 6,356
Hampstead Pender 4,083
Hudson Caldwell 3,703
Holly Ridge Onslow 3,092
Haw River Alamance 2,532
Horse Shoe Henderson 2,351
Hertford Perquimans 2,143
Hildebran Burke 2,006
Hays Wilkes 1,851
Hemby Bridge Union 1,846
Harkers Island Carteret 1,207
Hoopers Creek Henderson 1,056
Highlands Macon 984
High Shoals Gaston 757
Hightsville New Hanover 739
Holden Beach Brunswick 675
Harmony Iredell 604
Hot Springs Madison 574
Hoffman Richmond 571
Hiddenite Alexander 536
Hayesville Clay 497
Hookerton Greene 389
Hamilton Martin 363
Hobgood Halifax 315
Halifax Halifax 201
Harrells Sampson 191
Harrellsville Hertford 95
Hassell Martin 75
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