Our Community
Elizabeth City, the Pasquotank County seat, is located in historic northeast North Carolina midway on the East Coast. The area is known as a region of firsts. The first Grand Assembly of the county was held in 1665. The area is the birthplace of education with the site of the first school in North Carolina which opened in 1709. The famous Moth Boat was created here in 1929.
Teeming with history, flowing from its waterways, the area’s temperate climate yields a diverse and thriving economy. Recreational pursuits heighten the quality of life recognized by the “Harbor of Hospitality.”
Relocation Information
The Native Americans who walked the land centuries ago named this place Pasquotank, meaning “where the waters divide.” But throughout history, Elizabeth City, Pasquotank and Camden counties have been a place for people to come together. The community’s warm, friendly atmosphere nestled along the Pasquotank River offers an unmatched quality of life. As the community grows, new ideas meld with traditional values.
Our reputation as the Harbor of Hospitality means we are always ready to welcome you whether you come by boat, car, bus or airplane.
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Education
The Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County School System serves nearly 6,000 students on 12 campuses (seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools and one community school). For more information contact the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School Administration Office at 252-335-2981. www.ecpps.k12.nc.us.
Camden County Public Schools serve approximately 1,600 students on three campuses (a primary school, intermediate school, middle school and CAM Tech high school and Camden high school). For more information call 252-335-0831. www.camden.k12.nc.us.
Private schools in the area include:
Albemarle School
Albemarle School serves students pre-K through grade 12.
www.thealbemarleschool.org
For more information, please call 252-338-0883
New Life Academy
New Life Academy serves students pre-K to grade 6.
www.newlifeassemblyec.com
For more information, please call 252-335-5812
Victory Christian School
Victory Christian School serves students pre-K to grade 12.
www.victorybaptistministries.com
For more information, please call 252-264-2011
University & Colleges in the area include:
Elizabeth City State University, a constituent university of the University of North Carolina system, offers baccalaureate degrees in 37 fields including pre-pharmacy, mathematics, aviation science, business, education, music industry studies, criminal justice, social work, the arts and sciences 3 master's degree programs offered in biology, education/elementary education and mathematics as well as a doctor of pharmacy program in collaboration with UNC Chapel Hill. www.ecsu.edu.
For more information call: 252-335-3305 or 800-347-3278.
College of The Albemarle is a public two-year community college that serves educational needs as diverse as the residents and businesses in the college’s seven county service area. North Carolina’s first community college, it offers comprehensive quality college transfer, technical and vocational programs. www.albemarle.edu.
For more information call: 252-335-0821.
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is a four year co-educational Christian college. Its mission is to prepare men and women for career and volunteer Christian service. Both bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees as well as two year degrees and one year certificates are available. www.macuniversity.edu.
For more information call: 252-334-2070.
Employment Services
NC Employment Security Commission 252-331-4798
Coastal Staffing 252-338-9133
Northeastern Workforce Development Board 252-426-5753
Health Care Services
Medical
Albemarle Health's Albemarle Hospital, a 182 bed regional medical center, provides state-of-the-art services and technology. More than 100 physicians representing nearly every medical specialty practice here or at the hospital’s affiliates in Dare & Gates counties. Two other emergency medical care facilities are available. Emergency medical transportation is provided by Pasquotank-Camden Emergency Medical Services and the Pasquotank Camden Rescue Squad (252-335-1524). Should the occasion arise, the hospital can request the services of Nightingale, an emergency helicopter to specialized service in the Hampton Roads Area. EastCare Emergency Helicopter is also available from Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville, NC. Lifeflight is available from Duke University Medical Center. The United States Coast Guard transports patients from waterways and offshore to Albemarle Health's Albemarle Hospital. Albemarle Health's Albemarle Hospital is located at 1144 North Road Street in Elizabeth City. For more information call 252-335-0531. www.albemarlehealth.org
Urgent care facilities:
First Choice Urgent Care 252-338-3111
Real Estate
The members of the Albemarle Area Association of Realtors can assist you whether you’re looking to purchase an existing home, build your dream house or occupy a rental. Association members are part of the multiple listing service which increases the availability of information about property in the region. You can contact the AAAR by calling 252-335-5933 or visit the AAAR website.
Religion
Today 30 denominations are represented with more than 100 congregations in the Elizabeth City area. Many of these congregations sponsor youth groups, basketball leagues, preschools and other activities.
For a list of area churches contact: The Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce at 252-335-4365 or information@elizabethcitychamber.org.
Utilities
Water & Sewer
City of Elizabeth City Utility Department
306 East Colonial Avenue
252-338-3981
Pasquotank County Water System
317 Pritchard Street
252-335-2240
South Mills Water Association
252-771-5620
South Camden Water & Sewer District
252-333-3226
Electricity
It is recommended that the first contact for a specific electrical provider be 252-338-3981 for Pasquotank County and 252-338-1919 for Camden County, with additional providers listed below:
City of Elizabeth City Utility Department
306 East Colonial Avenue
252-338-3981
Dominion North Carolina Power
1707 West Ehringhaus Street
888-667-3000
Albemarle Electric Membership Corporation Highway
17 South Business Winfall
252-426-5735
Gas
Piedmont Natural Gas
800-752-7504 Customer Service
Internet, Telephone and TV
CenturyLink
104 S. Cobb St. Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-338-3603
CenturyLink Business
Monica McOwen
252-473-3961
Propane
Albemarle Propane Heating And Air, Inc.
149 Highway 158 West Camden, NC 27921
252-338-1900
Amerigas Propane, L.P. Highway
17 South Southside Plaza #15
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-264-3383
Ferrell Gas
505 Cardwell Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252-335-5764
Reed Oil Company
206 North Covent Garden
Hertford, NC 27944
252-426-5458
Cable
Time Warner Cable (Pasquotank County)
1-888-683-1000
Mediacom (Camden County)
1-800-946-5388