Angier, North Carolina facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Angier, North Carolina
Town
Seal
Motto(s):  "Town of Crepe Myrtles"
Location in North Carolina
Country	United States
State	North Carolina
Counties	Harnett, Wake
Area
• Total	3.86 sq mi (10.00 km2)
• Land	3.83 sq mi (9.91 km2)
• Water	0.03 sq mi (0.09 km2)
Elevation	318 ft (97 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	5,265
• Density	1,376.47/sq mi (531.39/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (EST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	27501
Area code(s)	919
FIPS code	37-01400
GNIS feature ID	2405152

Angier (pronounced AN-jur) is a friendly town in Harnett County, North Carolina, United States. It's known as "The Town of Crepe Myrtles" because of the beautiful trees that grow there.

In 2020, about 5,265 people lived in Angier. The town is also part of a larger area called the Research Triangle, which includes the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Cary.

Discover Angier's Past

Angier was started in the late 1880s. It was named after the Angier family from Durham, North Carolina.

One important historical place in Angier is the Williams Grove School. This school was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. This means it's a special building that is protected because of its history.

Angier's Location and Size

Angier is located in the northern part of Harnett County. A small piece of the town even stretches into Wake County to the north.

The town covers a total area of about 3.86 square miles (10.0 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a tiny bit being water.

Getting Around Angier

North Carolina Highway 55 (also called Raleigh Street) goes right through the middle of Angier. You can travel north about 7 miles to Fuquay-Varina or south about 14 miles to Erwin.

If you want to visit Raleigh, the state capital, it's about 22 miles north using NC-55 and U.S. Route 401. Another road, North Carolina Highway 210 (Depot Street), crosses Highway 55 in Angier. It can take you east to Interstate 40 or southwest to Lillington, which is the main town for Harnett County.

Angier's Growing Population

Every ten years, the United States counts its population. This is called a census. The numbers show how Angier has grown over time.

In 2020, the census counted 5,265 people living in Angier. There were also 2,056 households and 1,429 families in the town.

Schools in Angier

Angier has several schools for students of different ages:

• Carolina Charter Academy
• McGee's Crossroads Elementary School
• Angier Elementary School
• North Harnett Primary School
• Harnett Central Middle School
• Harnett Central High School

Fun and Culture in Angier

Angier is a lively town with special events and traditions.

Crepe Myrtle Festival

Each year, Angier hosts the "Crepe Myrtle Festival." This popular event brings in about 20,000 visitors! It's a great way to celebrate the town's nickname, "The Town of Crepe Myrtles."

Angier Bike Fest

During the summer, Angier also holds its annual "Bike Fest." This event attracts many motorcyclists and bike fans from all over the region. It's a family-friendly day with live music, a bike show, and fun activities for everyone.

Art Road and Farm Trail

Angier is part of the "Art Road and Farm Trail." This trail connects different counties like Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Johnston, and Robeson. It's a way to explore local art and farms in the area.

Famous People from Angier

Some notable people have connections to Angier:

• Franklin Dupree, a federal judge
• Rhoda Griffis, an actress
• Stephanie Patrick, a popular YouTuber

See also

In Spanish: Angier para niños