Harrisburg, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harrisburg, North Carolina
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Harrisburg Town Hall
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| Motto(s):
"The right side of opportunity"
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Location of Harrisburg, North Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | North Carolina | ||
| County | Cabarrus | ||
| Settled | 1732–1765 | ||
| Incorporated | 1973 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 11.47 sq mi (29.70 km2) | ||
| • Land | 11.47 sq mi (29.70 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 640 ft (200 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 18,967 | ||
| • Density | 1,653.91/sq mi (638.55/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
28075
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| Area code(s) | 704, 980 | ||
| FIPS code | 37-29800 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2406649 | ||
Harrisburg is a town located in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's like a neighbor to the big city of Charlotte, just northeast of it. In 2020, about 18,967 people lived there.
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Where is Harrisburg?
Harrisburg is in the southwestern part of Cabarrus County. It shares borders with Concord to the north and Charlotte to the west. Charlotte is in Mecklenburg County.
A main road, North Carolina Highway 49, goes right through the middle of Harrisburg. This highway can take you about 57 miles northeast to Asheboro. Or, if you go southwest, it's about 13 miles to the center of Charlotte. The famous Charlotte Motor Speedway is only about 3 miles north of Harrisburg's town center. It is actually inside the city limits of Concord.
The town of Harrisburg covers about 11.15 square miles of land. There is no water area within the town limits.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Harrisburg has grown a lot over the years!
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 1,433 | — | |
| 1990 | 1,625 | 13.4% | |
| 2000 | 4,493 | 176.5% | |
| 2010 | 11,526 | 156.5% | |
| 2020 | 18,967 | 64.6% | |
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Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States census, 18,967 people lived in Harrisburg. There were 4,865 households, and 4,164 families.
Here's a quick look at the different groups of people living in Harrisburg in 2020:
- About 55.92% of the people were White (not Hispanic).
- About 19.51% were Black or African American (not Hispanic).
- About 13.6% were Asian.
- About 5.99% were Hispanic or Latino.
- Other groups, including Native American and people of two or more races, made up the rest.
More About the People
In 2016, the average age of people in Harrisburg was about 37.1 years old. Most people in Harrisburg own their homes, with about 89.1% of households being homeowners. This is much higher than the national average. In 2016, the average value of a home was around $245,400.
The average income for a household in Harrisburg was about $88,865. This shows that many families in Harrisburg have good jobs.
Schools and Learning
Harrisburg has great schools for kids of all ages.
- Harrisburg Elementary School
- Hickory Ridge Elementary School
- Hickory Ridge Middle School
- Hickory Ridge High School
Most adults in Harrisburg have finished high school, with about 95.6% having a diploma or higher. A large number, 44.0%, also have a bachelor's degree or more from a college or university.
For those who want to continue their education, there are several colleges nearby. The largest universities close to Harrisburg are:
- The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Central Piedmont Community College
- Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Many students from these colleges study things like General Business Administration and Management, General Psychology, and General Biological Studies.
Famous People From Harrisburg
Some well-known people have lived in Harrisburg:
- Austin McDaniel (born 1994), a professional racing car driver.
- Gordon Tottle (1925–1987), a professional ice hockey player.
See also
In Spanish: Harrisburg (Carolina del Norte) para niños
