Chowan County Map, North Carolina

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Chowan County, North Carolina

Chowan County sits in the northeastern part of the state, rich with stories from centuries past. Edenton is the county seat and was once the colonial capital of the state.
It’s a small place. But don’t let that fool you. Fishing and agriculture are big here. The streets are lined with some of the oldest architecture in the state.
You can feel the warm welcome you get at local shops. Historians will love exploring the old plantations and historic sites. It’s not a tourist trap, just genuine small-town fun.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Chowan County |
County Seat | Edenton |
Population | Approximately 15,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Edenton, Tyner, Enterprise, Rocky Hock |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 17, North Carolina State Route 32 |
FIPS Code | 37-041 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 396 square miles (272 sq mi land, 124 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Gates County (North), Perquimans County (East), Tyrrell County (Southeast), Washington County (South), Bertie County (West), Hertford County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | North Carolina |
Coordinates | 36.0780° N, 76.6040° W |
Etymology | Named after the Chowan Native American tribe |
Major Landmarks | Historic Edenton, Roanoke River, Queen Anne’s Revenge Shipwreck Site |
Website | Chowan County Website |
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