Wilson, North Carolina
Wilson: county seat of Wilson County, North Carolina, USA.
About
Wilson is a place located in the county of Wilson in the U.S. state of North Carolina.
Wilson is a great place to live and work. It's one of the fastest growing cities in North Carolina, with a population of just over 50,000 people. The cost of living is about 8% lower than the national average. The city has recently been named one of the best places to retire in America, as well as one of the safest cities in North Carolina.
The city has a great downtown area with lots of restaurants and shopping options, including an outlet mall and several big-box stores. There are also several parks and recreation areas within walking distance from downtown or close by on public transportation routes.
It is the birthplace of actor James Earl Jones and former football player Joe Namath.
If you're looking for something fun to do on your next trip to Wilson, check out their annual Christmas parade or visit one of their museums like the Museum of Aviation or the International Civil Rights Museum at Black History Museum & Cultural Center.
Quick Facts about Wilson
| Population | 49,643 |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Wilson County |
| Different from | Wilson County |
| Postal code | 27893–27896 |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Official name | City of Wilson |
| Water as percent of area | 2.86% |
| Land as percent of area | 97.14% |
| Continent | North America |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.7213,-77.9155 |
| Named for | Louis Dicken Wilson |
| Altitude | 108 feet / 33 meters |
| Capital city | Wilson is capital of Wilson County |
| Establishment | January 29, 1849 (177 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 12:12:50 (9th October 2026) |
| Weather | 78℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Wilson is located at 35°43'17"N 77°54'56"W (35.7212700, -77.9155400).
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Northeast wind around 8 mph.
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- Wilson, Michigan unincorporated community in Michigan. with a population of 1,973 people.
- Wilson, Oklahoma town in Carter County, Oklahoma. with a population of 1,707 people.
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Other cities in Wilson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wilson County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elm City | 1,296 | City in Wilson County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lucama | 1,155 | Town in Wilson County, North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Wilson distances to largest North Carolina cities