Nash County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Nash County, North Carolina

About Nash County, North Carolina

Nash County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Nashville. As per 2020 census, the population of Nash County is 95176 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 543 sq mi (1,406 km2). Nash County was established on 1777.

Facts about Nash County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionNortheastern North Carolina (Piedmont–Coastal Plain transition)
County SeatNashville
Named AfterFrancis Nash (American Revolutionary War general)
Established1777
Coordinates~35.96° N, 77.97° W
Total Area~542.82 sq mi
Land Area~540.44 sq mi
Water Area~2.38 sq mi
Population (2020)~94,970
Estimated Population (2024)~97,990
Estimated Population (2025)~99,184
Population Density~176 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesRocky Mount (largest), Nashville, Bailey, Castalia, Spring Hope, Middlesex, Red Oak, Whitakers, Dortches, Momeyer
Main IndustriesManufacturing, Healthcare, Retail & Services, Agriculture (sweet potatoes, poultry, tobacco)
Major RoadsInterstate 95, U.S. Highway 64, U.S. Highway 301, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForTar River heritage, agricultural productivity (sweet potatoes), Rocky Mount Mills & revitalization, rural‑urban mix
Websitehttps://www.nashcountync.gov

Top Attractions in Nash County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Nashville – Shops and dining.
  • Tar River Trail – Walking and biking along the river.
  • Owen-Hill House – Historic home and tours.
  • Rocky Mount Mills – Historic mill and brewery.
  • Tar River Greenway – Scenic walking paths.
  • Seven Springs Nature Preserve – Hiking and wildlife.
  • Nash County Courthouse – Historic landmark.
  • Rosewood Downtown Historic District – Shops and local charm.
  • Tar River Arts Center – Local art exhibits.
  • Hinton Rural Life Center – Community events and history.

Cities & Towns in Nash County, North Carolina

Rocky Mount, Nashville, Spring Hope, Whitakers, Dortches, Red Oak, Castalia, Middlesex