Search the 1870 Census Records


As part of the Johnston County Heritage Center's Research Databases Project, we are happy to provide you with the 1870 census records from Johnston County. Please follow the instructions below to perform your search. You can search by last name, first name, or dwelling number.

Use the links below to search the records as follows:

 

 

Note: This database was created from the transcription of the 1870 census microfilm made by Claudia Stephenson Brown in 1977. For more information concerning census records, please e-mail heritagecenter@johnstonnc.gov.

Search for a Name by Spelling

Enter all the information you know about the individual you are seeking. You can enter a last name, first name, or both. For more results, enter only the first or last name. Note: If you are not sure how to spell the name, use the "Sounds Like" search below.

If you want to search for part of a name, enter only the beginning letters. For example, to find all last names beginning with MI, simply enter MI in the field.

 

 

Search for a Last Name by Sound

This search is intended for use when you are not sure of the spelling of the individual's name.

Search for a First Name by Sound

This search is intended for use when you are not sure of the spelling of the individual's name.

 

Search by Family Number and District or Township

Enter a family number for which you would like to view the residents.

Select the District or Township of this family's residence:
 

 

Please direct any questions, comments, or suggestions to heritagecenter@johnstonnc.gov.

Thank you for your interest in the Johnston County Heritage Center and the Johnston County Historical Archives.



Page last updated:  April 16, 2024


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