List of unincorporated communities in North Carolina facts for kids
Have you ever wondered about towns that aren't officially towns? In North Carolina, there are many places called unincorporated communities. These are areas where people live and work, but they don't have their own local government like a city or town does. Instead, they are usually managed by the county they are in.
This list shows some of these special communities in North Carolina. To be on this list, a place usually needs to be a census-designated place (CDP), which means the government counts its population separately. Sometimes, a community is listed if it has at least a few businesses. Even places that used to be official towns but aren't anymore can be on this list.
What are Unincorporated Communities?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that is not part of an official city or town. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the county government handles things like roads, police, and fire services for these areas.
Why Some Places Are Unincorporated
Many communities start small, perhaps around a crossroads or a few businesses. If they don't grow large enough, or if residents prefer it, they might never become an official town. Sometimes, a place that used to be an official town might lose its town status, becoming unincorporated again.
Examples of Unincorporated Communities in North Carolina
North Carolina has many unincorporated communities spread across its counties. Here are a few examples from different parts of the state. Remember, this is just a small peek at all the communities that exist!
Alamance County
Ashe County
Buncombe County
Carteret County
Dare County
Durham County
Guilford County
Henderson County
Jackson County
New Hanover County
Orange County
- Efland, North Carolina
- White Cross, North Carolina
Pender County
Wake County
Images for kids
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A farm in White Cross, North Carolina
See also
- List of townships in North Carolina
- List of municipalities in North Carolina
- List of counties in North Carolina
- List of North Carolina county seats
