Swansboro, North Carolina
Swansboro: Town in North Carolina, United States
About
Swansboro is a town located in the county of Onslow in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,663 and a population density of 2,048 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,394 inhabitants.
The town was created 242 years ago in 1782.
Quick Facts about Swansboro
| Population : | 3,394 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | North Carolina (United States) |
| County : | Onslow County |
| Postal code : | 28584 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 910 |
| Area : | 1.3 km2 |
| Altitude : | 16 feet / 5 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1783 (242 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 09:09:13 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 2,611 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 21.54% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Swansboro is located at 34°41'16"N 77°7'9"W (34.6876600, -77.1191200).
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Official website of Swansboro
Demographics
The population of Swansboro increased by 21.54% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 2,663 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,728 | 2.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,869 | 4.91% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,967 | 3.3% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,040 | 2.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,110 | 2.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,133 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,220 | 2.7% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,280 | 1.83% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,344 | 1.91% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,394 | 1.47% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Swansboro
1 Hammocks Beach State Park
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2 Bicentennial Park
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3 Riverview Park
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Where to Stay in Swansboro
1 Best Western Plus Swansboro - Emerald Isle
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Other Places in Swansboro
1 Swansboro Town Hall
601 W Corbett Ave, Swansboro, NC 28584 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Swansboro (1)
American basketball player (1980-) John Humphrey was born in Swansboro
Schools in Swansboro
College & universities near Swansboro, NC
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198330 | Coastal Carolina Community College | Jacksonville (NC) | 28546-6816 |
Stations (8)
Amtrak & bus stations near Swansboro, NC
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JNC | Jacksonville, NC | 850 New Bridge Street | BUS |
| HVL | Havelock, NC | 201 Tourist Center Drive | BUS |
| MHD | Morehead City, NC | 1001 Arendell Street | BUS |
| NBR | New Bern, NC | 203 South Front Street | BUS |
| KNC | Kinston, NC | 101 East New Bern Road | BUS |
Post offices near Swansboro
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Swansbor Post Office | Swansboro (NC) | 28584 |
Other cities in Onslow County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Onslow County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 76,284 | The most populous city in Onslow County, North Carolina. |
| Piney Green | 13,293 | Census designated place |
| Half Moon | 8,352 | Census-Designated Place in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Holly Ridge | 3,092 | City in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Sneads Ferry | 2,646 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Pumpkin Center | 2,222 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| Richlands | 1,689 | Township in Onslow County, North Carolina |
| North Topsail Beach | 743 | Town in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Swansboro distances to largest North Carolina cities
