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Archer Lodge, North Carolina
Archer Lodge town sign.jpg
Motto(s): 
"The Best Corner of the World"
Archer Lodge, North Carolina is located in North Carolina
Archer Lodge, North Carolina
Archer Lodge, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Archer Lodge, North Carolina is located in the United States
Archer Lodge, North Carolina
Archer Lodge, North Carolina
Location in the United States
Country United States
State North Carolina
County Johnston
Incorporated 2009
Area
 • Total 9.08 sq mi (23.53 km2)
 • Land 9.07 sq mi (23.48 km2)
 • Water 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2)
Elevation
315 ft (96 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 4,797
 • Density 529.06/sq mi (204.27/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
27591, 27527
Area code(s) 919
FIPS code 37-01760
GNIS feature ID 2612171

Archer Lodge is a town located in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 4,797 people lived there. The town's motto is "The Best Corner of the World."

History of Archer Lodge

Early Beginnings and the Masonic Lodge

A group called the Archer Masonic Lodge (No. 157) was started in 1854. It was located in a place then known as Creachville. In 1865, during the Civil War, the lodge building was destroyed by General William T. Sherman's army. After the war, the lodge got a new official paper (called a charter). Because of a small mistake, it was then known as Archer Lodge No. 165.

Post Offices and Growth

Over the years, Archer Lodge has had different post offices. The first one was called "Creachville" from 1851 to 1866. Then came "Archer Lodge" (1877–1896), and later just "Archer" (1896–1912). After 1912, mail for the area came from nearby Clayton or Wendell.

Becoming a Town

On November 3, 2009, the people living in Archer Lodge voted to officially become a town. The vote was confirmed one week later. Archer Lodge is one of the fastest growing areas in Johnston County. A new school, Archer Lodge Middle School, opened in 2007. A new high school, Corinth Holders High School, opened in 2010. It is located just outside the town.

Where is Archer Lodge?

Archer Lodge is in the northern part of Johnston County. It is about 7 miles (11 km) south of Wendell. It is also about 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Clayton. The town covers an area of about 9.08 square miles (23.53 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water. The town is located within the Neuse River watershed. This means that water from the area flows into the Neuse River.

People of Archer Lodge

Population Changes Over Time

Historical population
Census Pop.
1970 711
1980 872 22.6%
1990 795 −8.8%
2000 795 0.0%
2010 4,292 439.9%
2020 4,797 11.8%
U.S. Decennial Census

The number of people living in Archer Lodge has changed a lot over the years. In 1970, there were 711 people. By 2020, the population grew to 4,797 people. This shows that many more people have moved to Archer Lodge recently.

Who Lives in Archer Lodge?

Archer Lodge racial composition
Group Number Percentage
White (not Hispanic) 3,363 70.11%
Black or African American (not Hispanic) 357 7.44%
Native American 22 0.46%
Asian 27 0.56%
Pacific Islander 4 0.08%
Other/Mixed 266 5.55%
Hispanic or Latino 758 15.8%

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 4,797 people living in Archer Lodge. These people made up 1,648 households. Many of these households (1,393) were families.

Arts and Culture in Archer Lodge

Local Landmarks

One of the most important places in Archer Lodge is the C.E. Barnes Store. This store has been open for a very long time, for 96 years! In 2023, its name was changed to the Archer Lodge Express. The old Masonic Lodge used to be right next door to this store.

Historic Buildings

There is also a building that used to be a boarding house for teachers at the Archer Lodge School. It is still standing today. It is next to the local ball park and is now a private home.

Community Church

White Oak Baptist Church
White Oak Baptist Church

White Oak Baptist Church is an important part of the community. It stands in the center of Archer Lodge. The church used to be called the Archer Lodge Missionary Baptist Church. It changed its name when it moved to its current spot, which is surrounded by white oak trees.

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