Asbury, Stokes County, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Asbury
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 Asbury
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Stokes |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
27030 & 27053
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Asbury is a small, quiet place in Stokes County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's not officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Asbury is a group of homes and businesses. These places are not part of an official town or city. People living there get their services, like police and fire protection, from the county government. This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council.
Where is Asbury Located?
Asbury is in a rural area of North Carolina. It is about 10 miles north of a place called Pilot Mountain. It is also about 11 miles east of Mount Airy. The community is very close to the border with Virginia, only 1.5 miles south of it.
