4 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 1 | 129,982 | 115,887 | 1.84% | 2,528 | 51 | City |
| Carolina Beach | 2 | 7,016 | 6,559 | 1.1% | 2,861 | 2 | Town |
| Wrightsville Beach | 3 | 2,383 | 2,466 | -0.58% | 1,708 | 1 | Town |
| Kure Beach | 4 | 2,139 | 2,183 | -0.33% | 2,431 | 1 | Town |
Wilmington is the largest city in New Hanover County, with a population of 129,982.
Kure Beach is the smallest city in New Hanover County, with a population of 2,139.
There are 4 cities in New Hanover County, North Carolina.