Kings Grant, North Carolina facts for kids
Kings Grant is a community located in New Hanover County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting population data, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
In 2020, about 8,466 people lived in Kings Grant. This community is part of the larger Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it's connected to Wilmington and other nearby towns, sharing economic and social ties.
Quick facts for kids
Kings Grant, North Carolina
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Northbound College Road (NC 132/US 117) passing through Kings Grant; a half mile (0.8 km) beyond lies the eastern terminus of Interstate 40
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Location in New Hanover County and the state of North Carolina.
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | New Hanover |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.56 sq mi (11.80 km2) |
| • Land | 4.54 sq mi (11.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,466 |
| • Density | 1,864.76/sq mi (720.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28405
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-35870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403177 |
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Kings Grant's Location and Size
Kings Grant is located in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The entire area of Kings Grant is land. It covers about 4.6 square miles (11.8 square kilometers). This makes it a moderately sized community.
Understanding Kings Grant's Population
The population of Kings Grant is counted during the U.S. Census, which happens every ten years. This helps us understand how many people live in an area and what the community is like.
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Kings Grant has grown over the years. In 2000, there were 7,738 people. By 2010, the population increased to 8,113. The most recent count in 2020 showed 8,466 residents. This steady growth indicates that more people are choosing to live in Kings Grant.
Who Lives in Kings Grant?
According to the 2020 census, there were 8,466 people living in Kings Grant. These residents made up 3,450 households. A household can be a single person or a group of people living together. There were also 2,276 families living in the community.
The census also looks at the different backgrounds of people. In Kings Grant, the population includes people from various racial and ethnic groups. For example, about 68% of the residents were White (not Hispanic). About 11.39% were Black or African American (not Hispanic). Other groups included Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander residents. About 13.57% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
More About Kings Grant
You can find more information about Kings Grant in Spanish here: Kings Grant para niños
