Ararat, North Carolina facts for kids
Ararat is a small place in Surry County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
Ararat is named after the Ararat River, which flows through the area. A train track, once part of the Atlantic & Yadkin Railway, goes through Ararat. This track is now used by the Yadkin Valley Railroad, connecting Mount Airy to Rural Hall.
In the center of Ararat, you'll find important community spots like the post office, the fire department, and local churches.
Geography
Flat Shoal Creek joins the Ararat River right here in Ararat.
About the People
In 2000, about 1,339 people lived in Ararat's area (Zip Code 27007). The population was almost evenly split between males (50.2%) and females (49.8%).
Most people in Ararat are white. There are also smaller groups of African-American, American Indian, and Hispanic people, along with people of other races. Some people are from two or more different racial backgrounds.
The average yearly income for households in Ararat was about $39,085.
See also
In Spanish: Ararat (Carolina del Norte) para niños
