| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | 9,888 | 10,061 | -0.22% | 1,255 | 8 | City |
| Belhaven | 2 | 1,414 | 1,413 | 0% | 889 | 2 | Town |
| Chocowinity | 3 | 750 | 752 | -0.13% | 752 | 1 | Town |
| Aurora | 4 | 453 | 455 | -0.22% | 488 | 1 | Town |
| Washington Park | 5 | 382 | 390 | -0.26% | 1,447 | 0 | Town |
| Bath | 6 | 242 | 245 | -0.41% | 678 | 0 | Town |
| Pantego | 7 | 161 | 162 | 0% | 200 | 1 | Town |
| Bear Grass | 8 | 80 | 85 | -1.23% | 315 | 0 | Town |
Washington is the largest city in Beaufort County, with a population of 9,888.
Bear Grass is the smallest city in Beaufort County, with a population of 80.
There are 8 cities in Beaufort County, North Carolina.