Halifax County Map, North Carolina
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Halifax County, North Carolina
Halifax County sits in northeastern North Carolina, straddling the Roanoke River. Roanoke Rapids is the largest town in Halifax County. But Halifax is the county seat.
This place breathes history. The Halifax Resolves, a precursor to the Declaration of Independence, were signed here. You can step back in time at Historic Halifax State Historic Site.
Fishing at Roanoke Rapids Lake is awesome because it’s a prime spot for bass and crappie. The county has a strong agricultural heritage. Farmers tend to grow peanuts and cotton.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Halifax County |
| County Seat | Halifax |
| Population | Approximately 46,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Halifax, Roanoke Rapids, Weldon, Enfield |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 158, U.S. Route 301 |
| FIPS Code | 37-083 |
| Total Area | 721 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Northampton County (North), Bertie County (East), Martin County (Southeast), Edgecombe County (South), Nash County (South), Franklin County (Southwest), Warren County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 36.2730° N, 77.6468° W |
| Etymology | Named after George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax |
| Major Landmarks | Historic Halifax Courthouse, Roanoke Canal Museum |
| Website | Halifax County Website |
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