Masonboro was a census-designated place (CDP) in New Hanover County, North Carolina.

Masonboro was located southeast of Wilmington near the Atlantic coast.

The Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of North Carolina lists the existence of a Masonic Lodge in Masonborough, New Hanover county.

[2] A large share of the early settlers being Masons caused the name to be selected.

14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.