Kings Mountain, North Carolina facts for kids
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Kings Mountain, North Carolina
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Downtown along Battleground Avenue
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| Motto(s):
The Historical City
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Location of Kings Mountain, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Cleveland, Gaston |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.97 sq mi (36.19 km2) |
| • Land | 13.76 sq mi (35.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,142 |
| • Density | 809.50/sq mi (312.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
28086
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| Area code(s) | 704 |
| FIPS code | 37-35880 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404831 |
Kings Mountain is a small city located in North Carolina, United States. It's part of the larger Charlotte metropolitan area. Most of Kings Mountain is in Cleveland County, with a small part in Gaston County. In 2020, about 11,142 people lived there.
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History of Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain was first called White Plains. The city officially became a city on October 16, 1874. Its name was changed to "Kings Mountain" because it is close to the site of the famous Battle of Kings Mountain. This battle happened in 1780 in York County, South Carolina. It was a very important event during the American Revolutionary War.
Thomas Jefferson said the Battle of Kings Mountain was "the turning point of the American Revolution." A play called Liberty Mountain is performed locally. It tells the story of the battle. In the downtown area, you can find the city museum, the police station, and the Mauney Memorial Library.
Several historic places in Kings Mountain are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Central School Historic District, the King Street Overhead Bridge, and the Margrace Mill Village Historic District. Also listed are the Jacob S. Mauney Memorial Library and Teacher's Home, the Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge, and the West End Historic District.
Geography and Nature
Kings Mountain is about 30 miles (48 km) west of Charlotte. You can reach it by taking Interstate 85. The city of Gaffney, South Carolina, is about 21 miles (34 km) southwest along I-85.
The city covers a total area of about 13.97 square miles (36.19 km²). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Kings Pinnacle is a small mountain located at the southeast edge of the city. It stands 1,705 feet (520 meters) tall. It is the highest point in the Kings Mountain area. Kings Pinnacle is one of two mountains found in Crowders Mountain State Park. There are trails in the park that lead up to the top of the pinnacle.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 337 | — | |
| 1890 | 429 | 27.3% | |
| 1900 | 2,062 | 380.7% | |
| 1910 | 2,218 | 7.6% | |
| 1920 | 2,800 | 26.2% | |
| 1930 | 5,632 | 101.1% | |
| 1940 | 6,547 | 16.2% | |
| 1950 | 7,206 | 10.1% | |
| 1960 | 8,008 | 11.1% | |
| 1970 | 8,465 | 5.7% | |
| 1980 | 9,080 | 7.3% | |
| 1990 | 8,763 | −3.5% | |
| 2000 | 9,693 | 10.6% | |
| 2010 | 10,296 | 6.2% | |
| 2020 | 11,142 | 8.2% | |
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Kings Mountain Population in 2020
In 2020, the city of Kings Mountain had 11,142 people living there. There were 4,151 households and 2,536 families. The population included people from many different backgrounds. About 67% of the people were White, and about 23% were Black or African American. Other groups included Asian, Native American, and people of mixed races. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Kings Mountain Population in 2010
In 2010, the population of Kings Mountain was 10,296 people. There were 4,597 households in the city. About 30.7% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.47 people.
The median age of people in the city was 38 years old. About 25.3% of the population was under 18 years old.
Getting Around Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain is easy to reach by major roads. The main highways, Interstate 85, US Highway 74, and US Highway 29, all meet just east of the city.
Two North Carolina State Highways also serve Kings Mountain. These are NC-161, which goes to Bessemer City and York, and NC-216, which goes to Cherryville.
Greyhound Lines offers bus service to Kings Mountain. The bus station is located at Battleground Petroleum, 726 York Rd. It is close to I-85, which makes it easy for travelers.
Notable People from Kings Mountain
Many interesting people have come from Kings Mountain, including:
- George Adams (born 1949), a professional basketball player.
- Otto Briggs (1891–1943), a former professional baseball player.
- Dremiel Byers (born 1974), a Greco-Roman wrestler who was a World Champion and competed in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games.
- Jake Early (1915–1985), a former MLB player and All-Star.
- Kevin Mack (born 1962), a former NFL fullback and two-time Pro Bowl player.
- Tim Moore (born 1970), the Speaker of the House for North Carolina.
- John Henry Moss (1919–2009), a Minor League Baseball executive and a long-time Mayor of Kings Mountain.
- Laura Moss (born 1973), an actress.
- Frazier Robinson (born 1910), a former professional baseball player.
- Madisyn Shipman (born 2002), an actress known for her role in Game Shakers.
- Sandor Teszler (1903–2000), a textile business leader and generous giver to charity.
- Jimmy Wayne (born 1972), a country music singer and songwriter.
- Will Wilson (born 1998), a professional baseball shortstop for the San Francisco Giants organization.
See also
In Spanish: Kings Mountain (Carolina del Norte) para niños
