Mayodan, North Carolina facts for kids
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Mayodan, North Carolina
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Location of Mayodan, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rockingham |
| Named for | The confluence of the Dan and Mayo rivers |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.90 sq mi (7.51 km2) |
| • Land | 2.88 sq mi (7.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
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| • Total | 2,418 |
| • Density | 840.46/sq mi (324.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27027
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| Area code(s) | 336 |
| FIPS code | 37-42060 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406116 |
| Website | www.townofmayodan.com |
Mayodan is a town in Rockingham County, North Carolina, in the United States. It is known for its factories, which include Sturm, Ruger & Co. (making firearms) and Bridgestone Aircraft Tire (making airplane tires). In the past, it was also home to a large textile mill operated by Washington Mills Company.
The town's name comes from two rivers that meet nearby: the Mayo River and the Dan River. According to Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Mayodan is the only town in the world with this exact name.
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History of Mayodan
Mayodan started as a "mill town" when a cotton mill was built there in 1892. The mill began its operations in April 1896. This mill was very important to the town's growth.
The Washington Mills-Mayodan Plant, which was part of this early history, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Geography of Mayodan
Mayodan is located in North Carolina. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 2.90 square miles (7.51 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area is land, with only a tiny part being water.
As its name suggests, Mayodan is found close to where the Mayo River and the Dan River join together.
Schools in Mayodan
Students in Mayodan attend schools in the area. These include:
- High Schools: Dalton L. McMichael High School
- Middle Schools: Western Rockingham Middle School
Population of Mayodan
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 904 | — | |
| 1910 | 874 | −3.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,886 | 115.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,948 | 3.3% | |
| 1940 | 2,323 | 19.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,246 | −3.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,366 | 5.3% | |
| 1970 | 2,875 | 21.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,627 | −8.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,471 | −5.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,417 | −2.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,478 | 2.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,411 | −2.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 2,415 | −2.5% | |
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In 2020, the town of Mayodan had a population of 2,418 people. There were 1,170 households living in the town at that time.
Most of the people in Mayodan are White (about 78%). About 11.75% are Black or African American. A smaller number of people are Asian, Native American, or from other racial backgrounds. About 5.33% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Notable Residents
Mayodan has been home to some interesting people:
- Benny Carter (1943–2014) - a talented painter.
- Frankie Blankenship (Indy Wrestler) (1982-Present) - an Independent Pro Wrestler.
See also
In Spanish: Mayodan para niños
