Kinston city, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Kinston city • Census GEOID: 3735920
• Lenoir County
Kinston city is an incorporated city in Lenoir County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Kinston city had an estimated population of 19,705 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Kinston city (GEOID 3735920).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Kinston
Municipal
Official Title:
Planner
Address:
PO BOX 339, KINSTON NC 28502-0339
County Of Lenoir
County
Official Title:
Finance Officer
Address:
PO BOX 3289, KINSTON NC 28502-3289
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,705 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $36,878 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $119,300 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 18.28 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).