| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethton | 1 | 14,335 | 14,519 | -0.1% | 1,501 | 10 | City |
| Watauga | 2 | 367 | 352 | 0.82% | 420 | 1 | City |
Elizabethton is the largest city in Carter County, with a population of 14,335.
Watauga is the smallest city in Carter County, with a population of 367.
There are 2 cities in Carter County, Tennessee.