Ellerbe, North Carolina facts for kids
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Ellerbe, North Carolina
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 Ellerbe, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Richmond |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.32 sq mi (3.42 km2) |
| • Land | 1.31 sq mi (3.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 864 |
| • Density | 657.03/sq mi (253.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28338
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-20840 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406441 |
Ellerbe is a small town located in Richmond County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's a place with a rich history and a friendly community. In 2010, about 1,054 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 864.
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A Look Back at Ellerbe's Past
Ellerbe has an interesting history! Back in the 1700s, Scottish settlers held a special market, called a fair, twice a year. These fairs happened every May and November in the area where Ellerbe is today. Because of these events, local people started calling the place "the Fair Grounds."
Later, a person named W. T. Ellerbe created a health resort, or spa, nearby. It was called Ellerbe Springs. After this, the whole community began to be known as Ellerbe.
In 1910, a railroad was built to Ellerbe. A train station, called a depot, was also constructed. The very next year, in 1911, Ellerbe officially became a town. At that time, only about 50 people lived there.
Ellerbe grew quite a bit over the next few years. By 1923, its population was more than 500. The town had several factories, two banks, three churches, a telephone system, and even a hotel. The train line continued to operate until 1954. The old train depot burned down a few years after that.
Ellerbe's Location and Size
Ellerbe is located in Richmond County, North Carolina. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers an area of about 1.5 square miles (3.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Ellerbe?
The number of people living in Ellerbe has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 473 | — | |
| 1930 | 615 | 30.0% | |
| 1940 | 693 | 12.7% | |
| 1950 | 773 | 11.5% | |
| 1960 | 843 | 9.1% | |
| 1970 | 913 | 8.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,129 | 23.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,132 | 0.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,021 | −9.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,054 | 3.2% | |
| 2020 | 864 | −18.0% | |
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People in Ellerbe: 2020 Census
The 2020 United States census counted 864 people living in Ellerbe. These people made up 398 households, with 284 of them being families.
The census also looks at the different backgrounds of people living in a town. Here's a quick look at the racial makeup of Ellerbe in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 399 | 46.18% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 270 | 31.25% |
| Native American | 21 | 2.43% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.12% |
| Other/Mixed | 63 | 7.29% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 110 | 12.73% |
Historic Places and Culture
Ellerbe is home to several places that are important to history. These sites are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value.
Some of these historic places include:
- The Bostick School
- The Ellerbe Springs Hotel
- The Liberty Hill School
- The Powell-Brookshire-Parker Farm
Famous People from Ellerbe
Ellerbe has been home to some well-known individuals who achieved great things:
- L. G. DeWitt - He owned a trucking company and was a leader in the trucking industry. He also owned the Rockingham Speedway.
- Henry Frye - Born in Ellerbe, he made history as the first African American judge on the North Carolina Supreme Court.
- Thomas M. McInnis - He was the first Republican State Senator for the 25th District.
- Benny Parsons - A famous NASCAR driver and TV commentator. He won the 1973 Winston Cup Championship and the 1975 Daytona 500 race.
- Andre the Giant - A world-famous professional wrestler. He owned a farm in Ellerbe for many years. After he passed away in Paris, France, in 1993, his ashes were spread on his farm in Ellerbe.
See also
In Spanish: Ellerbe para niños
