Milton, North Carolina facts for kids
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Milton, North Carolina
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Location of Milton, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Caswell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.01 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 420 ft (130 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 155 |
| • Density | 398.46/sq mi (153.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27305
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| Area code(s) | 336 |
| FIPS code | 37-43300 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406167 |
Milton is a small town located in Caswell County, North Carolina, USA. In 2020, about 155 people lived there. The town is very close to the Virginia International Raceway, which is just across the state line in Virginia.
The name "Milton" comes from its early days as "Mill Town." A mill was built here even before the town officially became a town.
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Milton's Past: A Look at History
Historic Homes and Heroes
Just outside Milton, you can find a historic home called Woodside. This house was once home to Caleb Hazard and Mary Dodson Richmond in the mid-1800s. A famous relative, General Stephen Dodson Ramseur, stayed there. He was a brave soldier during the American Civil War.
General Ramseur was recovering from injuries when he visited Woodside. While there, he fell in love with Ellen, the Richmonds' daughter. They got married right in the parlor of the house. Sadly, Ramseur was killed in battle less than a year later. Three days after he died, his only daughter was born at Woodside. Today, a special marker outside the house honors General Ramseur. The parlor where he married Ellen is now called the Ramseur Parlor. Portraits of the General and Mrs. Ramseur are displayed there.
Thomas Day: A Talented Cabinetmaker
Milton was founded in 1796. It is also known for being the home of Thomas Day. He was a free Black man who became a very famous cabinetmaker. His workshop and home were in the historic Union Tavern building. This building is currently being restored after a fire damaged it in 1989.
Other Important Places
Besides Woodside and Union Tavern, several other places in Milton are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include Longwood, the Milton Historic District, and the Milton State Bank. These sites help preserve the town's rich history.
Milton's Location: Geography
Milton is in the northeastern part of Caswell County. It is located just east of the Dan River. The northern border of the town is also the state line with Halifax County, Virginia.
Roads and Travel
Two main roads, North Carolina Highways 57 and 62, meet in the center of Milton.
- NC 57 goes southeast about 18 miles to Roxboro.
- NC 62 goes southwest about 13 miles to Yanceyville, which is the county seat of Caswell County.
NC 62 also turns northwest in Milton. It crosses the Dan River and becomes Virginia State Route 62. This road leads northwest to U.S. Route 58. Following this route, it is about 12 miles from Milton to Danville, Virginia.
Town Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, Milton covers a total area of about 0.39 square miles (1.0 square kilometer). All of this area is land.
Milton's People: Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 613 | — | |
| 1890 | 705 | 15.0% | |
| 1900 | 490 | −30.5% | |
| 1910 | 419 | −14.5% | |
| 1920 | 375 | −10.5% | |
| 1930 | 314 | −16.3% | |
| 1940 | 329 | 4.8% | |
| 1950 | 317 | −3.6% | |
| 1960 | 235 | −25.9% | |
| 1970 | 235 | 0.0% | |
| 1980 | 235 | 0.0% | |
| 1990 | 185 | −21.3% | |
| 2000 | 132 | −28.6% | |
| 2010 | 166 | 25.8% | |
| 2020 | 155 | −6.6% | |
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In 2010, there were 166 people living in Milton. There were 65 households and 41 families. The town had a mix of people, with about 58% being White and about 41% being African American. A small percentage of people were from two or more races or were Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about two people. The population included people of all ages. About 12% were under 18 years old, and about 35% were 65 years or older. The average age in Milton was 52 years.
