Nash County Map, North Carolina
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Nash County, North Carolina
Nash County stretches across the upper coastal plain of eastern North Carolina. Agriculture mostly drives the local economy here.
Tobacco was once king here, but times have changed. Now you’ll see fields of sweet potatoes and soybeans. Spring Hope hosts a popular pumpkin festival each fall.
The county has deep musical roots in blues and jazz. The area is also known for its barbecue joints. Locals cool off in the Tar River Reservoir during summer. Nash County has a growing urban vibe.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Nash County |
| County Seat | Nashville |
| Population | Approximately 100,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Nashville, Rocky Mount, Bailey, Castalia |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 95, U.S. Route 64, U.S. Route 301 |
| FIPS Code | 37-127 |
| Total Area | 542 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Franklin County (West), Johnston County (Southwest), Wake County (Southwest), Wilson County (South), Edgecombe County (East), Halifax County (Northeast), Warren County (North) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35.9606° N, 77.9669° W |
| Etymology | Named after Francis Nash, a brigadier general in the Revolutionary War |
| Major Landmarks | Rocky Mount Mills, Nash County Agricultural Center |
| Website | Nash County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Nash County Road Map
East-west and north-south traffic cross neatly near Rocky Mount. I-95 runs straight down the eastern side. U.S. 64 cuts east-west, crossing right through Nashville and Rocky Mount. Want a closer look? Use our zoom tool on our road map below.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Nash County Satellite Map
Rocky Mount spreads across the southeast in gray. Outside the city, fields and tree lines take over. Some are open, others dense. The Tar River winds across the bottom. From above, the balance between rural and urban is easy to spot.
OUTLINE MAP
Nash County Blank Map
Nash is shaped like a boot missing its heel. While Moccasin Creek forms part of the south border, Fishing Creek winds around the northern border.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Nash County:
North Carolina County Map
North Carolina’s 100 counties don’t all play by the same rules. Some lean into beach life, others into barbecue or bluegrass. Sometimes all three. You’ll find waterfalls, farmland, and NASCAR.