Beaufort town, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Beaufort town • Census GEOID: 3704260
• Carteret County
Beaufort town is an incorporated town in Carteret County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Beaufort town had an estimated population of 4,912 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Beaufort town (GEOID 3704260).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Beaufort
Municipal
Official Title:
Town Manager
Address:
PO BOX 390, BEAUFORT NC 28516-0390
County Of Carteret
County
Official Title:
County Manager
Address:
302 COURT HOUSE SQ, BEAUFORT NC 28516-6709
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,912 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $53,321 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $354,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 5.20 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).