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Jackson Springs, North Carolina
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 Jackson Springs, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Jackson Springs, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Moore |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.60 sq mi (4.13 km2) |
| • Land | 1.60 sq mi (4.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 154 |
| • Density | 96.49/sq mi (37.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27281
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2812798 |
Jackson Springs is a small community in Moore County, North Carolina, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a census-designated place (CDP). This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately for official records. In the 2020 census, 154 people lived in Jackson Springs.
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History of Jackson Springs
Jackson Springs was first settled in the 1700s by the Jackson family. The community was named after them. For a while, it grew into a popular place because of its natural springs. It became a "mineral spa" town, where people visited to use the spring water, which they believed had health benefits. A large hotel was built to welcome these visitors. However, in 1933, the hotel was destroyed by a fire. After this, the community became much smaller.
Who are the notable people from Jackson Springs?
Jackson Springs has been the birthplace of a few well-known individuals:
- Harris Blake: He was born in Jackson Springs. He later became a State Senator for North Carolina. A State Senator is a person elected to help make laws for the state.
- Sean Pollard: He is a professional American football player. He played as a center for the Baltimore Ravens, a team in the National Football League (NFL).
What is the population of Jackson Springs?
The U.S. Census Bureau collects information about how many people live in different places. This information is called "demographics."
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| 2020 | 154 | — | |
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Population details from 2020
In 2020, the census showed that 154 people lived in Jackson Springs. The census also collects information about different groups of people. This helps us understand the community better.
| Group | Number of People (2020) | Percentage (2020) |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 99 | 64.29% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 28 | 18.18% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.65% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 2 | 1.30% |
| Pacific Islander (not Hispanic) | 1 | 0.65% |
| Other Race (not Hispanic) | 2 | 1.30% |
| Mixed Race (not Hispanic) | 10 | 6.49% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 11 | 7.14% |
| Total Population | 154 | 100.00% |
Note: The U.S. Census counts Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic group. People of Hispanic/Latino background can be of any race.
