Northampton County

Northampton County is an administrative region in northeastern North Carolina comprising nine townships including Kirby, Gaston, Jackson, and Oconeechee spread across its territory. The county features a rural landscape with scattered communities and small town centers serving as local hubs.

The county was established in 1741 as one of the original administrative divisions created during colonial expansion in North Carolina. This early founding shaped the region's development and connected it to broader colonial settlement patterns across the state.

The townships across the county each host their own community gatherings and local events throughout the year, allowing residents to maintain distinct identities. This decentralized approach means that different areas preserve their own traditions while remaining connected to the broader county community.

Jackson serves as the county seat where most government offices and administrative services are centrally located for residents and visitors. Finding permits, licenses, and official documents requires visiting this town as the main administrative hub.

The county shares borders with seven different neighboring jurisdictions, making it a crossroads where regional connections naturally occur. This boundary location historically facilitated trade and communication flowing between multiple adjacent counties.

Location: North Carolina

Inception: 1741

Capital city: Jackson

Shares border with: Greensville County, Southampton County, Hertford County, Bertie County, Halifax County, Warren County, Brunswick County

Website: http://northamptonnc.com

GPS coordinates: 36.42000,-77.40000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06