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Grandy, North Carolina
Grandy, North Carolina is located in North Carolina
Grandy, North Carolina
Grandy, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Grandy, North Carolina is located in the United States
Grandy, North Carolina
Grandy, North Carolina
Location in the United States
Country United States
State North Carolina
County Currituck
Area
 • Total 7.72 sq mi (20.00 km2)
 • Land 6.77 sq mi (17.54 km2)
 • Water 0.95 sq mi (2.45 km2)
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 2,776
 • Density 409.80/sq mi (158.24/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
27939
Area code(s) 252
GNIS feature ID 2812788

Grandy is a community located in Currituck County, North Carolina, USA. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population information, even though it doesn't have its own city government. In 2020, about 2,776 people lived there. Grandy is found along US 158, nestled between the Currituck Sound to the east and the North River to the west.

Fun Things to Know About Grandy

Grandy is home to the Weeping Radish Farm and Brewery. This unique spot was even featured on a TV show called Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives! It's a place where people can enjoy local food and drinks.

The old Grandy School building is also a historic landmark. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. This means it's an important part of the area's history and is protected.

Who Lives in Grandy?

The United States Census helps us understand who lives in different places. In 2020, Grandy had a population of 2,776 people.

Grandy's Diverse Population

Most of the people living in Grandy are White. There are also smaller groups of Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino background. This mix of people makes Grandy a diverse community.

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