Lucama, North Carolina facts for kids
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Lucama, North Carolina
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"Heart of Tobacco Country"
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 Lucama, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Lucama, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.61 sq mi (1.57 km2) |
| • Land | 0.61 sq mi (1.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,036 |
| • Density | 1,703.95/sq mi (658.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27851
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-39600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406056 |
| Website | www.townoflucama.com |
Lucama (pronounced loo-KAH-muh) is a town located in Wilson County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,036 people lived there. The town's motto is "Heart of Tobacco Country."
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History of Lucama
Lucama has an interesting past. A special area called the Lucama Municipal Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. This means the district has important buildings and places that show what the town was like long ago. It helps protect these historic spots for future generations.
Geography of Lucama
Lucama is a small town when it comes to its size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers an area of about 0.6 square miles (1.57 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and People
The number of people living in Lucama has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 236 | — | |
| 1910 | 266 | 12.7% | |
| 1920 | 316 | 18.8% | |
| 1930 | 363 | 14.9% | |
| 1940 | 362 | −0.3% | |
| 1950 | 405 | 11.9% | |
| 1960 | 498 | 23.0% | |
| 1970 | 610 | 22.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,070 | 75.4% | |
| 1990 | 933 | −12.8% | |
| 2000 | 847 | −9.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,108 | 30.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,036 | −6.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 847 people living in Lucama. These people lived in 387 different homes, and 229 of these were families. The town had about 1,430 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Lucama?
The people in Lucama come from different backgrounds. In 2000, most residents were White (about 78%). About 16% were African American, and a smaller number were Asian or from other races. About 6.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2000, about 25% of homes had kids under 18 living there. Many homes (about 44%) were married couples living together. Some homes (about 13%) had a female head of household with no husband. About 34% of all homes were single individuals. Also, about 13% of homes had someone 65 years or older living alone.
Age Groups
The people in Lucama are of different ages. In 2000:
- About 21% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 9% was between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 28% was between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 23% was between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 20% was 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Lucama was 40 years.
See also
In Spanish: Lucama para niños
