Cities & Towns in Pasquotank County, NC
Pasquotank County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 40,372 inhabitants. The county was created 352 years ago in 1672. Its county seat is Elizabeth City.
There are 1 city/town in Pasquotank County, NC. The largest city of Pasquotank County is Elizabeth City with a population of 17,988.
Elizabeth City
Elizabeth City, City in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina
Pasquotank County lies in the northeastern corner of North Carolina along the state's Inner Banks region. Here are key details on its cities and towns:
- With around 18,000 residents, Elizabeth City is the largest city in Pasquotank County and serves as the county seat.
- Home to the Museum of the Albemarle and the Pasquotank Riverboat Company offering scenic river cruises.
- The U.S. Coast Guard has a major presence, with the Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City.
Elizabeth City State University
- This historically black university was founded in 1891.
- The school hosts an annual Viking Fest celebration each spring.
Manteo
- Manteo is a small waterfront town on Roanoke Island with around 1,000 residents.
- It contains many historic sites related to early English colonization attempts.
- Popular attractions include the North Carolina Maritime Museum and the outdoor drama The Lost Colony.
Nags Head
- A popular beach town located among North Carolina's Outer Banks islands.
- Home to the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse atop Bodie Island.
- Major industries focus on tourism and vacation accommodations.
In summary, Pasquotank County includes Elizabeth City's historic downtown and university environment along with Outer Banks beach towns focused on coastal recreation and tourism.
All Pasquotank County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pasquotank County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth City | City in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina | 17,988 |
