Pasquotank County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Pasquotank County, North Carolina

About Pasquotank County, North Carolina

Pasquotank County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Elizabeth City. As per 2020 census, the population of Pasquotank County is 40821 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 289 sq mi (749 km2). Pasquotank County was established on 1668.

Facts about Pasquotank County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionCoastal Plain / Northeastern North Carolina
County SeatElizabeth City
Named AfterIndigenous word “pashetanki” meaning “where the current divides or forks”
Established1668 (as Pasquotank Precinct), county status 1739
Coordinates~36.29° N, 76.22° W
Total Area~289.33 sq mi
Land Area~226.88 sq mi
Water Area~62.45 sq mi (≈21.6%)
Population (2020)~40,568
Estimated Population (2024)~41,418
Estimated Population (2025)~41,656
Population Density~178.8 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesElizabeth City, Nixonton, Weeksville, Morgans Corner
Main IndustriesEducation, Healthcare, Government services, Maritime & shipping, Tourism
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 17, U.S. Highway 158, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForHistoric Elizabeth City waterfront & Dismal Swamp Canal, Museum of the Albemarle, nearby Albemarle Sound & waterways
Websitehttps://www.co.pasquotank.nc.us

Top Attractions in Pasquotank County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Elizabeth City – Shops, dining, and architecture.
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island – Marine exhibits and touch tanks.
  • Elizabeth City Waterfront – Riverwalk and scenic views.
  • Port of Elizabeth City – Harbor and boating.
  • Custom House Museum – Local history and exhibits.
  • Mariner’s Wharf Park – Riverfront recreation.
  • Tar-Pamlico River Trail – Walking and biking paths.
  • Pasquotank River – Fishing and kayaking.
  • Fort Raleigh National Historic Site – Nearby historic site.
  • Shepard-Pruden House – Historic home and museum.

Cities & Towns in Pasquotank County, North Carolina

Elizabeth City, Camden, Weeksville, Coinjock