Avon, North Carolina facts for kids
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Avon, North Carolina
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Sunset over the northern outskirts of Avon
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Location in Dare County and the state of North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Dare |
| Named for | River Avon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.36 sq mi (6.11 km2) |
| • Land | 2.27 sq mi (5.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 832 |
| • Density | 366.36/sq mi (141.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27915
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-02780 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1018881 |
Avon is a small community located in Dare County, which is part of the state of North Carolina in the United States. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP), meaning it's a special area defined for gathering population data. In 2020, about 832 people lived there.
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Where is Avon Located?
Avon is found on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The Outer Banks are a chain of thin islands off the coast. Avon is on Hatteras Island, positioned between the villages of Salvo to the north and Buxton to the south.
The community covers about 2.36 square miles (6.11 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. To the east, Avon borders the huge Atlantic Ocean. To the west, it touches the Pamlico Sound, which is a large body of water protected from the ocean.
How Many People Live in Avon?
According to the 2020 United States census, 832 people call Avon home. There were 328 households and 83 families living in the area at that time.
A Look at Avon's History
Avon was once known by a different name: "Kinnakeet." The name was changed to Avon in 1883 when the U.S. Postal Service opened a post office there.
An important part of Avon's history involves the United States Life-Saving Service. This group built the Little Kinnakeet Life Saving Station in 1874. Their job was to rescue people from shipwrecks. The station stayed active until 1954, later becoming part of the United States Coast Guard. Today, the building is part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, a protected area.
Avon's Weather and Climate
Avon has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot and humid summers, cool winters, and rain throughout the year.
During summer, a cool sea breeze often blows in the afternoons. However, it can get very hot and humid, sometimes feeling like 100°F (38°C) or more. Avon is also in an area where hurricanes can happen. The main hurricane season is from June to November.
In winter, it can get cold and windy. The average snowfall is usually less than 2 inches (5 cm) each year. The coldest temperatures usually happen in February.
Nature and Plants in Avon
The natural plants in Avon are mostly Live oak trees and Sea Oats (a type of grass). These plants are well-suited to the coastal environment. They form a type of Coastal Prairie landscape.
Schools in Avon
Children living in Avon attend schools run by Dare County Schools. The local schools for students are Cape Hatteras Elementary School and Cape Hatteras Secondary School.
See also
In Spanish: Avon (Carolina del Norte) para niños
