State Symbols Guide

North Carolina

The South State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
NC
Capital
Raleigh
Population
10,439,388
Statehood
1789
Region
South
Symbols
1
North Carolina flag

Official State Symbols

Northern Cardinal
State Bird

Northern Cardinal

Adopted 1943

Cardinalis cardinalis

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
North Carolina
Abbreviation
NC
Capital City
Raleigh
Population
10,439,388
Statehood Date
November 21, 1789
Region
South
Number of Symbols
1

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