Clemmons, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Clemmons, North Carolina
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Village
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Clemmons NC Village Hall
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Location in Forsyth County and the state of North Carolina
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  North Carolina |
| County | Forsyth |
| Founded | 1802 |
| Incorporated | 1824, 1986 |
| Named for | Peter Clemmons |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.15 sq mi (31.46 km2) |
| • Land | 11.94 sq mi (30.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 21,163 |
| • Density | 1,772.15/sq mi (684.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27012
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| Area code(s) | 336, 743 |
| FIPS code | 37-12960 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407434 |
Clemmons is a friendly village located in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It's like a neighbor to the bigger city of Winston-Salem. In 2020, about 21,177 people lived here. By 2021, that number grew a little to an estimated 21,517 residents.
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Exploring Clemmons: Where It Is
Clemmons is in the southwestern part of Forsyth County. It shares borders with Winston-Salem to the northeast. To the north, you'll find the town of Lewisville. If you cross the Yadkin River to the southwest, you'll reach Bermuda Run in Davie County.
Getting Around Clemmons
A major highway, Interstate 40, goes right through Clemmons. You can get on or off at Exits 182 and 184. From Clemmons, it's about 10 miles (16 km) northeast to downtown Winston-Salem using I-40 and U.S. Route 421. If you head southwest on I-40, you'll reach Statesville in about 34 miles (55 km).
U.S. Route 158 is another important road right in the middle of the village. It connects Clemmons to places like Hanes Mall and Tanglewood.
How Big is Clemmons?
The total area of Clemmons is about 12.0 square miles (31.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 11.8 square miles (30.6 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Clemmons?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 6,020 | — | |
| 2000 | 13,827 | 129.7% | |
| 2010 | 18,627 | 34.7% | |
| 2020 | 21,177 | 13.7% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 21,823 | 17.2% | |
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The population of Clemmons has grown quite a bit over the years! In 1990, there were about 6,020 people. By 2020, that number had grown to 21,177.
A Look at the Community
In 2020, the census counted 21,163 people living in Clemmons. There were 7,733 households, which means groups of people living together. Out of these, 5,400 were families.
The community in Clemmons is made up of people from many different backgrounds. Here's a quick look at the main groups:
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| White (not Hispanic) | 15,466 | 73.08% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 1,715 | 8.1% |
| Native American | 36 | 0.17% |
| Asian | 919 | 4.34% |
| Pacific Islander | 9 | 0.04% |
| Other/Mixed | 829 | 3.92% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,189 | 10.34% |
Fun Facts About Clemmons
- Clemmons was first called Clemmonsville. It was founded way back in 1802. It officially became a village in 1986.
- The village is in the northwestern part of North Carolina, in Forsyth County. This area is known as the Piedmont.
- Clemmons is about 10 miles (16 km) southwest of Winston-Salem. Winston-Salem is a much larger city with over 244,000 people.
- Clemmons is part of a bigger area called the "Piedmont Triad." This area includes several cities and towns.
- Because Clemmons is close to Winston-Salem and right on Interstate 40, it has grown a lot over the years.
- The largest high school in Forsyth County, West Forsyth High School, is located in Clemmons.
- The village of Clemmons has a special way of being governed. It uses a "Council/Manager" system. This means there's an elected Council, which includes a Mayor and five other members.
- The Mayor and one Council member are elected for two years. The other Council members serve for four years.
- Currently, the Mayor is Michael Rogers. The Council members are Michael Combest (who is also the Mayor Pro Tempore), Michelle Barson, Bradley Taylor, Mary Cameron, and Randy Wooden.
- The Village Council makes important decisions. They pass laws, decide on the yearly budget, and choose people to serve on different committees. They also hire a Village Manager.
- The Village Manager is like the CEO of the village. They make sure the Council's plans are carried out. They also manage the village employees and handle the daily operations.
- In 2002, the Clemmons Little League baseball team made it to the 2002 Little League World Series! They played as the Southeast team. A famous player from that team was Austin Dillon, who later became a champion in NASCAR racing.
Places to Visit in Clemmons
Clemmons has some great spots for fun and relaxation!
- Tanglewood Park: A large park with many activities.
- Tanglewood Park Arboretum and Rose Garden: A beautiful garden inside Tanglewood Park.
- Tanglewood Park's Festival of Lights: A popular event during the holiday season.
- Village Point Greenway and Fishing Pier: A nice place for walks and fishing.
- Tanglewood BMX: A track for BMX biking.
- Southwest Athletics: A sports facility.
- Clemmons Library: A great place to find books and learn.
