Wayne County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Wayne County, North Carolina

About Wayne County, North Carolina

Wayne County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Goldsboro. As per 2020 census, the population of Wayne County is 116835 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 557 sq mi (1,443 km2). Wayne County was established on 1779.

Facts about Wayne County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionEastern North Carolina / Coastal Plain
County SeatGoldsboro
Named AfterAnthony “Mad Anthony” Wayne (Revolutionary War general)
Established1779 (from part of Dobbs County)
Coordinates~35.35° N, 78.01° W
Total Area~557.72 sq mi
Land Area~553.92 sq mi
Water Area~3.80 sq mi
Population (2020)~117,333
Estimated Population (2024)~120,338
Population Rank (NC)Mid‑sized county
Largest CityGoldsboro
Main Towns & CommunitiesGoldsboro, Mount Olive, Fremont, Pikeville, Seven Springs, Walnut Creek, Brogden, Dudley, Elroy, Mar‑Mac
Main IndustriesManufacturing, Agriculture, Military & Defense (Seymour Johnson AFB), Services
Major Geographic FeaturesNeuse River, gently rolling Coastal Plain terrain
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00 / −04:00 DST)
Known ForSeymour Johnson Air Force Base, local agriculture, Goldsboro’s history & cultural institutions
Websitehttps://www.waynegov.com

Top Attractions in Wayne County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Goldsboro – Shops, dining, and historic sites.
  • Cliffs of the Neuse State Park – Hiking trails and river views.
  • Wayne County Museum – Local history exhibits.
  • Wayne County Courthouse – Historic landmark.
  • Neuse River – Fishing, boating, and paddling.
  • Wayne County Fairgrounds – Events and festivals.
  • Elm City Historic District – Small-town heritage and shops.
  • Goldsboro Parks and Recreation – Trails and outdoor activities.
  • Clinton Downtown Historic District – Shops and dining.
  • Wayne Community College Arboretum – Gardens and walking paths.

Cities & Towns in Wayne County, North Carolina

Goldsboro, Fremont, Mount Olive, Pikeville, Seven Springs, Eureka, Brogden, Rosewood, Rose Hill, Walnut Creek, Eureka