Wilson, North Carolina

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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.

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Geography

Wilson is located at 35°43'17"N 77°54'56"W (35.7212700, -77.9155400).

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