Elizabeth City North Carolina Map

About Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Elizabeth City is a locality in Pasquotank County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of 18,871. The population density is 613.5 people per km². Elizabeth City is located at 36.2946°N, 76.2510°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 27909.0.

Elizabeth City rests upon a landscape defined by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, which lies only thirteen miles away and influences the heavy, salt-sweet moisture in the air. It lies 35.2 miles south-southeast of Suffolk, VA (from Suffolk, VA: bearing 148°T), and is situated 16.4 miles south-southwest of Moyock. The terrain is flat and yielding, characterized by expansive, low-lying fields that stretch toward the horizon under a vast, open sky. Charles Creek meanders through the periphery, its dark, slow-moving waters providing a quiet contrast to the nearby coastal expanse. Beyond the immediate development, the horizon remains unobstructed, save for the occasional silhouette of trees that mark the edge of the Enfield Recreation Area. Reed Island emerges from the water nearby, a small, quiet feature that shifts with the tides and the changing seasons. The light here at dusk possesses a singular quality, turning the gray marsh grasses into a soft, glowing copper before the night descends. Elizabeth City draws its strength from a history of maritime commerce and agricultural endurance that has long anchored the regional economy. The local industries have evolved from traditional shipping and trade into a diverse landscape of aviation maintenance, manufacturing, and support services for the nearby military installations. Prosperity here has never been a matter of quick fortune, but rather the result of a steady, patient commitment to the land and the waterways. The legacy of tobacco and textile production remains visible in the sturdy, utilitarian architecture of the older warehouses that line the waterfront. Residents maintain a practical, hardworking temperament, valuing the kind of reliability that keeps the local economy functioning through changing times. This steady rhythm of labor is what sustains the character of Elizabeth City, ensuring that the work of the day is met with a quiet, persistent focus. Cultural life in Elizabeth City is shaped by a deep-seated courtesy and a tradition of hospitality that feels as natural as the shifting tides. The community gathers for local events that celebrate the maritime heritage, often finding common ground at the Enfield Recreation Area during the milder months of the year. While the pace of life remains deliberate, the presence of institutions like Elizabeth City State University brings a constant infusion of intellectual energy and youthful perspective. Notable figures such as the renowned author Dorothy Allison have found resonance in the quietude of this region, drawing upon its unique landscape for their creative work. The town maintains its identity through a blend of old-fashioned decorum and a modern, inclusive outlook that welcomes those who appreciate the slower tempo of life. Visitors often note that the air feels heavier here, weighted with the history of those who looked toward the Atlantic Ocean and chose to build their lives upon these low, fertile plains.

About This Elizabeth City Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Elizabeth City, North Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.294601, -76.251046. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County.

Detailed location data for Elizabeth City includes the ZIP code (28150), telephone area code (704, 980, 919, 984), county seat of Pasquotank County (Elizabeth City), and school district assignment (Pasquotank County Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Elizabeth City is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.