Greenville NC   

LOCATION:
Greenville (35 square miles) and Pitt County (656.52 square miles) are located in the north central coastal plains region of Eastern North Carolina, 85 miles east of Raleigh, 87 miles west of the Atlantic Ocean, 157 miles from Richmond VA, and 265 miles south of Washington DC.

GEOGRAPHY: 
Pitt County covers 656.52 square miles of prime agricultural land in Eastern North Carolina. The county's highest point is 126.4 feet above sea level, in the northwest part of the county.

POPULATION:
The Census Bureau's July 1, 2018 population estimate for Greenville is 93,137.

HOUSING COST:

The average housing cost in Greenville-Pitt County is lower than the state or national average.

Average cost of housing (Greenville area 2013-2017 - $152,100)

Here are just a few things that make Greenville special:

• East Carolina University, Main Campus, Medical School, Dental School-large employer as well as access to great medial care
• Uptown District that continues to grow and offers numerous restaurant and retail options
• Variety of festivals and special events held throughout the year such as City-sponsored events like PirateFest and Freeboot Friday and other events
• River access providing boating, paddling and fishing opportunities
• Approximately 9 miles of greenways/walking trails
• A science and nature center at River Park North
• Nearly 30 parks or recreational facilities open to the public
• A growing performing arts community that includes musical and theatre performances
• Visual arts opportunities such as the First Friday Art Walk, sculptures along the greenway, an art zoo near the Off Leash Dog Area, and murals along with museums and galleries
• Local markets such as the Umbrella Market, Pitt County Farmers Market

Learn more about what Greenville has to offer by visiting: www.greenvillenc.gov