Holly Ridge, North Carolina facts for kids
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Holly Ridge, North Carolina
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Location of Holly Ridge, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Onslow |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.23 sq mi (10.96 km2) |
| • Land | 4.23 sq mi (10.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,171 |
| • Density | 986.75/sq mi (380.95/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28445
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-32180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405853 |
| Website | https://hollyridgenc.org/ |
Holly Ridge is a small town located in Onslow County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2010, about 1,268 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 4,171 people.
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Economy in Holly Ridge
Holly Ridge has a growing economy. The biggest employer in town is J&J Snack Foods. They make snacks like soft pretzels and churros.
Industrial Growth
The town's industry is getting stronger. This is happening at the Camp Davis Industrial Park. This park is built on the same land where an old Army post, Camp Davis, used to be.
Two large businesses there are Gulfstream Steel and Onslow Bay Boatworks. Atlantic Seafood is also planning to build a big facility. Construction for their new building was set to start in 2021. There are also plans to expand the industrial park. This expansion will create more ready-to-use land for new businesses.
Geography of Holly Ridge
Holly Ridge covers a total area of about 1.4 square miles (3.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The town is part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Holly Ridge is often called the "gateway to Topsail Island." This means it's a main way to get to the popular Topsail Island.
Population Changes in Holly Ridge
The population of Holly Ridge has changed a lot over the years. In 1940, only 28 people lived in the town. Just three years later, in 1943, the population grew to 1,000 residents. This big jump happened because the Camp Davis Army post was built nearby.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,082 | — | |
| 1960 | 731 | −32.4% | |
| 1970 | 415 | −43.2% | |
| 1980 | 465 | 12.0% | |
| 1990 | 728 | 56.6% | |
| 2000 | 831 | 14.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,268 | 52.6% | |
| 2020 | 4,171 | 228.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 5,170 | 307.7% | |
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Who Lives in Holly Ridge?
The 2020 United States census counted 4,171 people living in Holly Ridge. There were 981 households and 702 families.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 3,192 | 76.53% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 190 | 14.56% |
| Native American | 17 | 0.41% |
| Asian | 69 | 1.65% |
| Pacific Islander | 13 | 0.31% |
| Other/Mixed | 301 | 7.22% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 389 | 9.33% |
Education in Holly Ridge
Students in Holly Ridge attend schools within the local district. The town has several schools for different age groups:
- Dixon Elementary School
- Dixon Middle School
- Dixon High School
- Coastal Elementary School
See also
In Spanish: Holly Ridge para niños
