Beaufort County Map, North Carolina, USA

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Map of Beaufort County - Beaufort County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Beaufort County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Beaufort County located in the map, major cities in Beaufort county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Beaufort County, North Carolina

About Beaufort County, North Carolina

Beaufort County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Washington. As per 2020 census, the population of Beaufort County is 44468 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 959 sq mi (2,484 km2). Beaufort County was established on 1712.

Facts about Beaufort County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionCoastal Plain / Eastern North Carolina
County SeatWashington
Named AfterHenry Somerset, 2nd Duke of Beaufort
Established1705 (as Pamptecough Precinct), renamed Beaufort Precinct 1712
Coordinates~35.482° N, 76.842° W
Total Area~962.85 sq mi
Land Area~832.74 sq mi
Water Area~130.11 sq mi
Population (2020)~44,652
Estimated Population (2024)~44,576
Population Density~53.6 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesWashington, Belhaven, Chocowinity, Aurora, Pantego
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Seafood & Fishing, Tourism, Services
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 17, U.S. Highway 264, NC Highways 33 & 92
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForPamlico River, Historic Washington waterfront, Coastal heritage & wildlife areas
Websitehttps://www.co.beaufort.nc.us

Top Attractions in Beaufort County, North Carolina

  • Washington Waterfront – Riverwalk, shops, and dining.
  • Pamlico River – Boating, fishing, and sunsets.
  • Goose Creek State Park – Hiking trails and river views.
  • Bath Historic District – North Carolina’s oldest town.
  • North Carolina Estuarium – Interactive coastal exhibits.
  • Washington Historic District – Historic homes and museums.
  • Bath Creek – Kayaking and paddling.
  • Beaufort County Arts Council – Local art and events.
  • Chocowinity Bay – Fishing and waterfront scenery.
  • Belhaven Waterfront – Marina views and dining.

Cities & Towns in Beaufort County, North Carolina

Washington, Aurora, Belhaven, Chocowinity, Bath, Pantego, Washington Park