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Bethel, NC

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Population
1,422
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
69 ft
Median Home Value
$107,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$684/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,961
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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OverallBest places in North CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North CarolinaNearest larger communityGreenville, North Carolina15 miles away · 96,443 residents.

About Bethel

Bethel is a quiet Pitt County town located about twenty minutes north of Greenville in eastern North Carolina. Home to roughly 1,400 residents, it combines a slow-paced rural atmosphere with convenient access to regional hubs. Highways like U.S. 64, U.S. 13, and NC 11 run right through town, making trips to Greenville for work, shopping, or healthcare simple, while keeping Raleigh and the coast within easy reach.

Bethel, NC 48465166271

The town started as an early crossroads settlement and railroad stop, eventually taking its permanent name from the local Bethel Methodist Church. Surrounded by fertile farmland, Bethel has held onto its agricultural roots over the decades. Today, the community features quiet residential streets, local corner spots, and a friendly, unhurried rhythm that appeals to anyone seeking affordable living near the Greenville metro area.

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Low PopulationA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+97.4ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA96.5rating

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