Catawba, North Carolina facts for kids
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Catawba, North Carolina
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Location of Catawba, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Catawba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.62 sq mi (11.97 km2) |
| • Land | 4.55 sq mi (11.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 702 |
| • Density | 154.18/sq mi (59.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28609
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| Area code(s) | 828 |
| FIPS code | 37-10980 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406238 |
Catawba is a small town in Catawba County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 702 people lived there. The town is part of a larger area that includes the cities of Hickory, Lenoir, and Morganton.
The name "Catawba" comes from the Catawba people. They were the original Native American people who lived in this area a long time ago.
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History of Catawba
Catawba has several important historical places. These sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special places that help us learn about the past. Some of these include the Catawba Historic District, the Alexander Moore Farm, the Murray's Mill Historic District, and the Powell–Trollinger Lime Kilns. They show us what life was like in Catawba many years ago.
Where is Catawba?
Catawba is located in the northeastern part of Catawba County. One of its edges is along the Catawba River, which flows into Lake Norman.
You can get to Catawba by road. North Carolina Highway 10 goes right through the middle of the town. This highway can take you to Interstate 40 or to the town of Newton. Another main road, U.S. Route 70, crosses NC 10 north of Catawba's center. Route 70 can lead you to Statesville or Hickory.
The town of Catawba covers a total area of about 4.6 square miles (11.97 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, and a small part is water, like the river.
Who Lives in Catawba?
The number of people living in Catawba has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 142 | — | |
| 1890 | 196 | 38.0% | |
| 1900 | 169 | −13.8% | |
| 1910 | 222 | 31.4% | |
| 1920 | 250 | 12.6% | |
| 1930 | 340 | 36.0% | |
| 1940 | 402 | 18.2% | |
| 1950 | 506 | 25.9% | |
| 1960 | 504 | −0.4% | |
| 1970 | 565 | 12.1% | |
| 1980 | 509 | −9.9% | |
| 1990 | 467 | −8.3% | |
| 2000 | 698 | 49.5% | |
| 2010 | 603 | −13.6% | |
| 2020 | 702 | 16.4% | |
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In 2010, there were 604 people living in Catawba. Most people living in Catawba are White, and a good number are African American. There are also people from Asian backgrounds and other races. Some residents are of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
Many families live in Catawba. About one-fourth of the households have children under 18 living with them. The average family size is about three people. The median age in the town is around 38 years old. This means half the people are younger than 38, and half are older.
Famous People from Catawba
Catawba has been home to several people who became well-known in sports and other fields:
- Shane Burton – a former player in the NFL (National Football League).
- Justin Harper – another former NFL player.
- Bryan Harvey – a former pitcher in MLB (Major League Baseball) and was chosen for the All-Star team twice.
- Hunter Harvey – also an MLB pitcher, and he is Bryan Harvey's son.
- Bobby Isaac – a famous race car driver who won the NASCAR Cup Series championship in 1970.
- Vernon Lowrance – a vice admiral in the U.S. Navy who was a decorated submarine commander during World War II.
- Bobby Lutz – a former head basketball coach at UNC-Charlotte.
- Jeremy Mayfield – a former NASCAR driver.
- Mitchell S. Setzer – a representative in the North Carolina General Assembly, which is North Carolina's state government.
See also
In Spanish: Catawba (Carolina del Norte) para niños
