6 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kill Devil Hills | 1 | 7,762 | 7,661 | 0.26% | 1,384 | 6 | Town |
| Kitty Hawk | 2 | 3,686 | 3,709 | -0.14% | 454 | 8 | Town |
| Southern Shores | 3 | 3,133 | 3,102 | 0.19% | 794 | 4 | Town |
| Nags Head | 4 | 3,087 | 3,179 | -0.61% | 466 | 7 | Town |
| Manteo | 5 | 1,594 | 1,597 | -0.06% | 849 | 2 | Town |
| Duck | 6 | 741 | 745 | -0.13% | 307 | 2 | Town |
Kill Devil Hills is the largest city in Dare County, with a population of 7,762.
Duck is the smallest city in Dare County, with a population of 741.
There are 6 cities in Dare County, North Carolina.