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Vanceboro, North Carolina
Main Street
Main Street
Seal
Location of Vanceboro, North Carolina
Location of Vanceboro, North Carolina
Country United States
State North Carolina
County Craven
Named for Zebulon Baird Vance
Area
 • Total 1.71 sq mi (4.44 km2)
 • Land 1.71 sq mi (4.44 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
23 ft (7 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 869
 • Density 507.00/sq mi (195.73/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
28586
Area code(s) 252
FIPS code 37-69680
GNIS feature ID 2406789

Vanceboro is a small town located in Craven County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2010, about 1,005 people lived there.

The town was first called Swift Creek. Later, people decided to rename it after Zebulon B. Vance. He was a very important person in North Carolina. He visited the town in 1876 when he was running to become governor. Vanceboro is also part of the larger New Bern, North Carolina area.

About Vanceboro's Location

Vanceboro covers an area of about 1.7 square miles (4.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.

How Many People Live Here?

Vanceboro has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived in the town during different census counts:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1880 146
1900 291
1910 392 34.7%
1920 540 37.8%
1930 742 37.4%
1940 826 11.3%
1950 753 −8.8%
1960 806 7.0%
1970 758 −6.0%
1980 833 9.9%
1990 946 13.6%
2000 898 −5.1%
2010 1,005 11.9%
2020 869 −13.5%
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2020, the census showed that 869 people lived in Vanceboro. There were 464 households and 318 families living in the town at that time. Vanceboro is a diverse community, with people from various backgrounds living there.

Schools in Vanceboro

Students in Vanceboro attend schools that are part of the local school system.

High School

  • West Craven High School

Middle School

  • West Craven Middle School

Elementary School

  • Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary School

Fun Festivals and Events

One of the most exciting events in Vanceboro is the annual Vanceboro Strawberry Festival. It usually happens in the spring, often in early May. This festival is a big celebration for the town!

The festival includes:

  • A fun parade that goes down Main Street.
  • Lots of delicious food to try.
  • Exciting games for everyone to enjoy.

Since 2006, there has also been a street dance the night before the parade. The food and games are set up on the grounds of Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary School, making it a great place for families to gather.

Vanceboro, North Carolina
Main Street in Vanceboro.
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