Hertford North Carolina Map

About Hertford, North Carolina

Hertford is a locality in Perquimans County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,618. The population density is 229.8 people per km². Hertford is located at 36.1902°N, 76.4661°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 27944.

Hertford, a place where the Perquimans River exhales its slow breath, unfolds along a landscape of subtle greens and muted blues. It lies 37.7 miles south of Suffolk, VA (from Suffolk, VA: bearing 170°T), and is situated 2.0 miles south of Winfall. The land here is a generous, yielding plain, crisscrossed by the silver threads of creeks and the broader, more purposeful sweep of the river itself, which eventually spills into the Albemarle Sound. Oaks and pines, their branches a testament to the persistent Atlantic breeze, form a verdant fringe around fields that stretch towards horizons softened by the humid air. The light, particularly in the late afternoon, possesses a particular quality, a diffused luminescence that imbues the weathered clapboard houses and the low-slung storefronts with a quiet dignity, as if the very air holds a memory of sun-drenched days. The history of Hertford is deeply entwined with the fertile lands and the accessible waterways that have long defined its character. Established as a county seat, its economy has traditionally been anchored in agriculture, with crops like corn and soybeans drawing sustenance from the rich alluvial soil. The Perquimans River, more than just a geographical feature, has served as a vital artery for commerce and connection, its waters once alive with the passage of schooners and the hum of small fishing boats. While agriculture remains a cornerstone, the economic landscape has broadened, embracing small businesses and a growing appreciation for the area’s natural beauty, drawing visitors who seek a respite from the clamor of larger cities and a taste of authentic coastal Carolina life.

About This Hertford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hertford, North Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.190158, -76.466052. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Hertford and Perquimans County.

Detailed location data for Hertford includes the ZIP code (27944), telephone area code (919, 984), county seat of Perquimans County (Hertford), and school district assignment (Perquimans County Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Hertford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.