Town of Wilson's Mills, NC

Located in the heart of Johnston County, just off Interstate 42 (formerly Highway 70), Wilson’s Mills offers a peaceful, small-town charm with a rich history and strong community spirit. Officially incorporated in 1996, the town spans just over five square miles and offers a quiet, close-knit community atmosphere. Named after John Marshall Wilson—who operated a gristmill and cotton gin in the mid-1800s—Wilson’s Mills blossomed with the arrival of the North Carolina Railroad in 1856. Today, the town remains proud of its heritage, surrounded by farmland and natural beauty along the Neuse River, while continuing to grow as a welcoming place for families and visitors alike.