6 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kill Devil Hills | 1 | 7,782 | 7,661 | 0.26% | 1,388 | 6 | Town |
| Kitty Hawk | 2 | 3,682 | 3,709 | -0.11% | 454 | 8 | Town |
| Southern Shores | 3 | 3,139 | 3,102 | 0.19% | 795 | 4 | Town |
| Nags Head | 4 | 3,069 | 3,179 | -0.58% | 464 | 7 | Town |
| Manteo | 5 | 1,594 | 1,597 | 0% | 849 | 2 | Town |
| Duck | 6 | 740 | 745 | -0.13% | 306 | 2 | Town |
Kill Devil Hills is the largest city in Dare County, with a population of 7,782.
Duck is the smallest city in Dare County, with a population of 740.
There are 6 cities in Dare County, North Carolina.