St. James, North Carolina

About St. James

St. James is a close-knit town in southeastern North Carolina, home to 7,315 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

St. James holds the status of an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 9.11 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 803 residents per square mile.

📰 St. James News Today

• Nonprofit seeks over $3 million from state to conserve Brunswick forest | Exclusive - Wilmington Star-News Wilmington Star-News · Aug 6
• North Carolina's Charming Town Is A Retiree Destination With Scenic Golf Courses And Beach Access islands.com · May 9
• 2026 CAA Women’s Golf Championship Commences at St. James on Friday Coastal Athletic Association · Apr 16
• Obituary for Eleanor Rizzardi St James Funeral Home · Jun 22
• 340-home project off N.C. 211 gets OK - Goldsboro News-Argus Goldsboro News-Argus · Aug 3

Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.

What Makes St. James Unique

• One of 7 places in the US named St. James — but the North Carolina one has a character all its own.
• Positioned in southeastern North Carolina, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
• Part of the fabric of North Carolina — one of 776 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
• Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 7,315.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 6 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in St. James

• Castucci's
• Castucci's: An Italian Joint — italian
• Midway Grille

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.

⚡ Quick Facts

🗺️ Map of St. James

🏘️ Nearby Communities