Faison, North Carolina facts for kids
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Faison, North Carolina
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West Main Street in Faison
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 Faison, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | North Carolina | ||
| Counties | Duplin, Sampson | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.24 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.87 sq mi (2.24 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 784 | ||
| • Density | 905.31/sq mi (349.66/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
28341
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| Area codes | 910, 472 | ||
| FIPS code | 37-22560 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2406482 | ||
Faison is a small town in North Carolina, United States. It is located in parts of Duplin and Sampson counties. In 2020, about 784 people lived in Faison.
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History of Faison
Faison began around 1833. It was first known as "Faison's Depot." The town was named after Henry Faison, who owned the land where it was built. A post office has been serving Faison since 1838.
Several important buildings and areas in Faison are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect places that are important to history. These include the Faison Cemetery, the Faison Historic District, the Buckner Hill House, and the John Wesley Mallard House.
Where is Faison Located?
Faison is in the northwestern part of Duplin County. A few small areas of the town are also located about 3 miles (5 km) west in Sampson County, near Interstate 40.
U.S. Route 117 goes right through the middle of Faison. This road leads northeast to Calypso (about 3 miles away) and Goldsboro (about 21 miles away). If you go south on Route 117, you will reach Warsaw in about 8 miles. North Carolina Highway 403 goes west from Faison to Interstate 40 at Exit 355.
The United States Census Bureau says that Faison covers a total area of about 0.87 square miles (2.24 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Faison
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 256 | — | |
| 1900 | 308 | 20.3% | |
| 1910 | 519 | 68.5% | |
| 1920 | 477 | −8.1% | |
| 1930 | 589 | 23.5% | |
| 1940 | 751 | 27.5% | |
| 1950 | 768 | 2.3% | |
| 1960 | 666 | −13.3% | |
| 1970 | 598 | −10.2% | |
| 1980 | 636 | 6.4% | |
| 1990 | 701 | 10.2% | |
| 2000 | 744 | 6.1% | |
| 2010 | 961 | 29.2% | |
| 2020 | 784 | −18.4% | |
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Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 784 people living in Faison. There were 401 households and 273 families in the town.
The people living in Faison come from many different backgrounds. Here is a look at the different groups:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 283 | 36.1% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 115 | 14.67% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.64% |
| Other/Mixed | 36 | 4.59% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 345 | 44.01% |
Famous People from Faison
Faison has been home to several notable individuals:
- James W. Blanchard: He was a high-ranking officer (rear admiral) in the U.S. Navy. He commanded submarines during World War II and received the Navy Cross for his bravery.
- Samson L. Faison: He was a U.S. Army brigadier general during World War I. He was born in Faison.
- John Sprunt Hill: A well-known banker.
- Betty Ray McCain: She served as the North Carolina Secretary of Culture.
- William E. Thornton: An astronaut, medical doctor, and inventor. He was also the nephew of James W. Blanchard.
Images for kids
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West Main Street in Faison
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Flag of Faison, NC
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Seal of Faison, NC
See also
In Spanish: Faison (Carolina del Norte) para niños
