Elm City, North Carolina facts for kids
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Elm City, North Carolina
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"Southern Living"
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 Elm City, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilson, Nash |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.16 sq mi (5.59 km2) |
| • Land | 2.15 sq mi (5.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,218 |
| • Density | 566.25/sq mi (218.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27822
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-20980 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406443 |
| Website | elmcitync.com/ |
Elm City is a small town in North Carolina, United States. It is located in both Nash and Wilson County. In 2010, about 1,298 people lived there. Elm City is considered a suburb of the nearby city of Wilson.
In November 2021, Elm City made history. The town elected its first Black female mayor.
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History of Elm City
Several important buildings in Elm City are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special places that are protected because of their history. These include the Elm City Municipal Historic District, the W. H. Langley House, and the Webb-Barron-Wells House. They were added to the list in 1986.
In the summer of 1964, during a time of change in the United States, a group of young people volunteered to paint the local First Presbyterian Church. These volunteers were both Black and white. Later, adult volunteers returned to finish the work. The Governor of North Carolina, Terry Sanford, even sent state troopers to protect them. Today, Elm City is proud to welcome people of all backgrounds.
Geography and Size
Elm City is located in North Carolina. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 5.59 square kilometers (2.16 square miles). Almost all of this area is land.
Population and Demographics
The population of Elm City has changed over the years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 313 | — | |
| 1890 | 482 | 54.0% | |
| 1900 | 560 | 16.2% | |
| 1910 | 590 | 5.4% | |
| 1920 | 725 | 22.9% | |
| 1930 | 905 | 24.8% | |
| 1940 | 946 | 4.5% | |
| 1950 | 839 | −11.3% | |
| 1960 | 729 | −13.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,201 | 64.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,561 | 30.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,624 | 4.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,165 | −28.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,298 | 11.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,218 | −6.2% | |
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Elm City's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 1,218 people living in Elm City. There were 547 households and 368 families in the town.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 400 | 32.84% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 649 | 53.28% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.82% |
| Asian | 27 | 2.22% |
| Other/Mixed | 38 | 3.12% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 94 | 7.72% |
Education in Elm City
Elm City has two public schools for students. These are Elm City Elementary and Elm City Middle School. Elm City Elementary was once known as Frederick Douglas School. Elm City Middle School was formerly called Elm City School or Elm City High School. The schools in Elm City are known for their good sports programs.
Some famous athletes have come from Elm City. These include Jamie Watson, who played basketball in the NBA. Another notable basketball player from Elm City is John Virgil, an alum of UNC Basketball.
See also
In Spanish: Elm City para niños
