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Kenansville, NC

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Population
814
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
124 ft
Median Home Value
$127,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$384/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,364
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Kenansville

Kenansville is the heart of Duplin County, a quiet small town with deep historic roots in eastern North Carolina. Named after the local Kenan family, the town still carries a lot of that heritage, especially around Liberty Hall, an 1800s estate that hosts seasonal tours and local events. If you're thinking about moving here, you'll find a friendly, low-key community where quiet streets, historic homes, and a relaxed pace make it easy to settle in.

Duplin County Courthouse 2

As the county seat, Kenansville is home to local government offices, schools, and James Sprunt Community College. The town center has a classic courthouse square feel with family-run businesses and everyday essentials, while open farmland stretches out in every direction. It offers an affordable, laid-back country setting with convenient highway access to neighboring towns and the North Carolina coast.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.2rating

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