What is the Capital of North Carolina?

What is the capital of North Carolina?

Raleigh

Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina (NC). North Carolina is known as The Tar Heel State and sits in the South. See the full North Carolina profile for borders, symbols, map practice, and quizzes.

Study note

North Carolina joined the Union in 1789. Review Raleigh with other South capitals before mixing all 50 states.

Quick facts

Nickname

The Tar Heel State

Abbreviation

Region

South · South Atlantic

Statehood

1789

More South capitals

Review Raleigh with nearby South capitals before mixing all 50 states.

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Bordering states

North Carolina borders Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia. Border context helps capitals stick to the map.

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FAQ

What is the capital of North Carolina?

The capital of North Carolina is Raleigh.

What is North Carolina's capital city?

Raleigh is the capital city of North Carolina.

What region is North Carolina in?

North Carolina is in the South region, in the South Atlantic division.

How can I practice North Carolina and its capital?

Use the State Capitals Quiz on StateGuess, then review the full states and capitals list.