Williamston
Town in Martin County, North Carolina

Williamston is a town in Martin County, North Carolina, with 5,248 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 72 ft (22 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Everetts, 6.0 miles W.
- 5,248residents (2020 Census)
- 72 ftelevation · 22 m
- 4.5 sq miland area · 11.7 km²
- 1,163 / sq mipopulation density
- 27892ZIP code
About Williamston
Williamston is a town in and the county seat of Martin County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 5,248 at the 2020 census. It is located in North Carolina's Inner Banks region. The closest major city is Greenville, approximately 28 miles (45 km) to the southwest.
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Living in Williamston
- Median household income
- $38,738
- Median home value
- $107,100
- Median rent
- $684/mo
- Median age
- 45.4
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Williamston had 5,248 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,248 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,163 per sq mi (449 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Williamston at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Martin County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 5,248 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.51 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.8465° N, 77.0661° W |
| ZIP code | 27892 |
| Official website | townofwilliamston.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3774220 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Williamston
- Everetts6.0 mi W
- Bear Grass6.6 mi SW
- Jamesville9.6 mi E
- Hamilton10.4 mi NW
- Robersonville10.6 mi W
- Windsor12.3 mi NE
- Hassell12.5 mi W
- Parmele14.0 mi W
- Stokes14.7 mi SW
- Oak City15.6 mi NW
- Bethel17.6 mi W
- Plymouth17.8 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Williamston
What county is Williamston in?
Williamston is in Martin County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Williamston, NC?
5,248 people lived in Williamston at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Williamston, NC?
The ZIP code of Williamston is 27892.
What is the elevation of Williamston?
72 feet (22 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Williamston?
Everetts (6.0 mi), Bear Grass (6.6 mi), Jamesville (9.6 mi), Hamilton (10.4 mi), Robersonville (10.6 mi).
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