| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldsboro | 1 | 35,123 | 34,452 | 0.32% | 1,215 | 29 | City |
| Mount Olive | 2 | 4,543 | 4,395 | 0.49% | 1,659 | 3 | Town |
| Fremont | 3 | 1,244 | 1,198 | 0.57% | 917 | 1 | Town |
| Pikeville | 4 | 744 | 707 | 0.81% | 985 | 1 | Town |
| Seven Springs | 5 | 59 | 57 | 0% | 175 | 0 | Town |
Goldsboro is the largest city in Wayne County, with a population of 35,123.
Seven Springs is the smallest city in Wayne County, with a population of 59.
There are 5 cities in Wayne County, North Carolina.