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About Carteret County, North Carolina
Carteret County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Beaufort. As per 2020 census, the population of Carteret County is 68541 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,341 sq mi (3,473 km2). Carteret County was established on 1722.
Facts about Carteret County, North Carolina
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| Region | Coastal Plain / Eastern North Carolina (Crystal Coast) |
| County Seat | Beaufort |
| Named After | Sir George Carteret (English Lord Proprietor) / also associated with John Carteret, 2nd Earl Granville |
| Established | 1722 (as Carteret Precinct), county status 1739 |
| Coordinates | Approximately 34.90° N, 76.55° W |
| Total Area | ~1,330.41 sq mi |
| Land Area | ~507.60 sq mi |
| Water Area | ~822.81 sq mi |
| Population (2020) | ~67,686 |
| Estimated Population (2025) | ~70,806 |
| Population Density | ~133 per sq mi |
| Major Communities | Morehead City, Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Indian Beach, Newport, Harkers Island |
| Main Industries | Tourism & Hospitality, Fishing & Seafood, Maritime Research, Services |
| Major Roads | U.S. Highway 70, NC Highways 24/58, NC Dock Road & local coastal routes |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (UTC−05:00) |
| Known For | Crystal Coast beaches, Cape Lookout National Seashore, maritime history & lighthouses |
| Website | https://www.carteretcountync.gov |
Top Attractions in Carteret County, North Carolina
- Fort Macon State Park – Beaches and historic fort.
- Atlantic Beach – Swimming and seaside fun.
- Beaufort Historic District – Waterfront history and shops.
- Cape Lookout National Seashore – Wild beaches and lighthouse.
- Morehead City Waterfront – Dining and marinas.
- North Carolina Maritime Museum – Coastal history exhibits.
- Shackleford Banks – Wild horses and beaches.
- Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium – Marine life displays.
- Bogue Banks – Barrier island beaches.
- Radio Island Public Beach – Fishing and swimming.
Cities & Towns in Carteret County, North Carolina
Morehead City, Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Cape Carteret, Cedar Point, Newport, Bogue, Broad Creek, Davis, Harkers Island, Marshallberg, Mill Creek, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Williston
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