Locust, North Carolina facts for kids
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Locust, North Carolina
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| Motto(s):
"The City with a Soul"
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Location of Locust, North Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | North Carolina | ||
| Counties | Stanly, Cabarrus | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 8.19 sq mi (21.21 km2) | ||
| • Land | 8.19 sq mi (21.21 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,537 | ||
| • Density | 553.97/sq mi (213.89/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
28097
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| Area code(s) | 704 | ||
| FIPS code | 37-38860 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2404946 | ||
Locust is a small city located in North Carolina, a state in the United States. It is found in both Stanly and Cabarrus counties. In 2020, about 4,537 people lived there.
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Discovering Locust, North Carolina
Where is Locust Located?
Locust is in the southwestern part of Stanly County. Over time, the city has grown and now reaches into Cabarrus County. The town of Stanfield is right next to Locust on its southern side.
Getting Around Locust: Major Roads
The main part of Locust is where two important roads meet: North Carolina Highway 24/27 and North Carolina Highway 200. You can travel east on NC 24/27 for about 15 miles to reach Albemarle. If you go west, you'll head towards the larger Charlotte area.
Using NC 27, Charlotte's city center is about 25 miles away. NC 200 goes northwest towards US 601, leading to Concord, which is about 15 miles away. If you take NC 200 southwest, you'll reach Monroe in about 22 miles.
Locust's Size and Land Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Locust covers a total area of about 8.1 square miles (21.1 square kilometers). There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
People and Population in Locust
How Many People Live in Locust?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 35 | — | |
| 1920 | 95 | — | |
| 1930 | 103 | 8.4% | |
| 1940 | 151 | 46.6% | |
| 1950 | 216 | 43.0% | |
| 1960 | 211 | −2.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,590 | — | |
| 1990 | 1,940 | 22.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,416 | 24.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,930 | 21.3% | |
| 2020 | 4,537 | 54.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 5,854 | 99.8% | |
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The number of people living in Locust has changed a lot over the years. In 1880, only 35 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 4,537 people.
Who Lives in Locust? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States census collected information about the people living in Locust. It showed that there were 4,537 people in total. These people lived in 1,397 households, and 956 of these were families.
The table below shows the different groups of people who live in Locust:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 3,703 | 81.62% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 249 | 5.49% |
| Native American | 8 | 0.18% |
| Asian | 44 | 0.97% |
| Pacific Islander | 4 | 0.09% |
| Other/Mixed (two or more races) | 216 | 4.76% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 313 | 6.9% |
Famous People from Locust
- Adeem the Artist is a country music singer who comes from Locust.
See also
In Spanish: Locust (Carolina del Norte) para niños
