Kinston, North Carolina
Kinston is a city in Lenoir County, North Carolina, with an estimated population of 19,411 in 2023. It sits at 35.2751, -77.5934 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Kinston |
| Type | city |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Lenoir County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 19,411 |
| Land area | 18.28 sq mi (47.33 km²) |
| Coordinates | 35.2751, -77.5934 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 28501, 28502, 28503, 28504 |
| Telephone area codes | 252 |
ZIP codes and area codes for Kinston
Kinston covers 4 ZIP codes: 28501, 28502, 28503, 28504. Telephone area codes serving the area: 252. Browse all ZIP codes in North Carolina for the full list.
Where is Kinston?
Kinston is located in North Carolina, in Lenoir County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Dover 16 km · NCHookerton 16 km · NCGrifton 18 km · NCLa Grange 18 km · NCSnow Hill 21 km · NCWalnut Creek 26 km · NCCove City 27 km · NCAyden 27 km · NC
Other places in Lenoir County
Frequently asked questions
What county is Kinston, NC in?
Kinston is in Lenoir County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Kinston, NC?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 19,411.
What time zone is Kinston in?
Kinston is in the America/New_York time zone.