East Flat Rock, North Carolina facts for kids
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East Flat Rock, North Carolina
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Location of East Flat Rock, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Henderson |
| Incorporated | 1926 (inactive) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.29 sq mi (11.11 km2) |
| • Land | 4.28 sq mi (11.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,172 ft (662 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,757 |
| • Density | 1,345.41/sq mi (519.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28726
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| Area code(s) | 828 |
| FIPS code | 37-19420 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2402427 |
East Flat Rock is a community in Henderson County, North Carolina, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering statistics.
In 2020, about 5,757 people lived in East Flat Rock. This number was higher than in previous years. The community is part of the larger Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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History of East Flat Rock
East Flat Rock was once an official town. It became an incorporated town in 1926. This meant it had its own local government and rules.
However, the town's official status changed later. In 1948, the local government decided to end its incorporation. The North Carolina General Assembly confirmed this decision in 1949. Since then, East Flat Rock has been an unincorporated area.
Geography of East Flat Rock
East Flat Rock is located in the southeastern part of Henderson County. It shares borders with other communities. To the west, it is next to the village of Flat Rock. To the northwest, it borders Barker Heights.
Main Roads and Travel
U.S. Route 176 is the main road that goes through East Flat Rock. This road is also called Spartanburg Highway. If you travel northwest on U.S. Route 176, you will reach Hendersonville in about 3 miles (5 km). Hendersonville is the county seat.
If you go southeast on U.S. Route 176, you will reach Saluda in about 6 miles (10 km). Interstate 26 runs along the eastern side of East Flat Rock. You can get onto I-26 from Exit 53, which is Upward Road.
Interstate 26 can take you to larger cities. Traveling north on I-26 leads to Asheville, which is about 27 miles (43 km) away. If you go southeast on I-26, you will reach Spartanburg, South Carolina in about 42 miles (68 km).
Area and Water
The U.S. Census Bureau states that East Flat Rock covers a total area of about 11.1 square kilometers (4.29 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.03 square kilometers (0.01 square miles), is water. This means that about 0.27% of East Flat Rock's total area is water.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 4,151 | — | |
| 2010 | 4,995 | 20.3% | |
| 2020 | 5,757 | 15.3% | |
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The population of East Flat Rock has grown over the years. In 2000, there were 4,151 people. By 2010, the population increased to 4,995. The most recent census in 2020 showed 5,757 people living in the community.
2020 Census Information
The 2020 United States census collected information about the people living in East Flat Rock. The census found that there were 5,757 people in total. These people lived in 2,057 households, and 1,322 of these were families.
The table below shows the different racial and ethnic groups in East Flat Rock based on the 2020 census.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 3,304 | 57.39% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 199 | 3.46% |
| Native American | 18 | 0.31% |
| Asian | 55 | 0.96% |
| Pacific Islander | 43 | 0.75% |
| Other/Mixed | 203 | 3.53% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,935 | 33.61% |
