Minnesott Beach, North Carolina facts for kids
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Minnesott Beach, North Carolina
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Location of Minnesott, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Pamlico |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.55 sq mi (9.18 km2) |
| • Land | 3.47 sq mi (8.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 530 |
| • Density | 152.65/sq mi (58.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28510
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-43440 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406169 |
| Website | www.minnesottbeachnc.govoffice2.com |
Minnesott Beach is a small town located in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States. It's a peaceful place where people enjoy living close to nature. In 2020, about 530 people called Minnesott Beach home. It is also part of the larger New Bern, North Carolina area, which includes nearby cities and towns.
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Where is Minnesott Beach Located?
Minnesott Beach is found in eastern North Carolina. It sits right on the Neuse River, which is a large river that flows into the Pamlico Sound. This location means the town has access to water for boating and other fun activities.
The town covers a total area of about 3.55 square miles (9.18 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but a small part is water. This includes parts of the river and small creeks.
Who Lives in Minnesott Beach?
The number of people living in Minnesott Beach has grown over the years.
- In 1980, there were 171 people.
- By 1990, the population grew to 266.
- In 2000, 311 people lived there.
- The population reached 440 in 2010.
- In 2020, the town had 530 residents.
What is the Population Like?
Based on information from 2000, there were 311 people living in Minnesott Beach. These people lived in 151 different homes. Most of these homes (109) were families.
The town is mostly made up of White residents (95.50%). There are also African American residents (3.54%) and Asian residents (0.64%). A small number of people (0.32%) identify with two or more races. About 0.96% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
How Old are the Residents?
The people in Minnesott Beach are of all ages.
- About 11.9% of the residents are under 18 years old.
- A small group (3.5%) is between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 17.7% are between 25 and 44 years old.
- The largest group (37.9%) is between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 28.9% of the people are 65 years old or older.
The average age in the town is 54 years. This means it's a town with many older adults.
What About Income?
In 2000, the average income for a household in Minnesott Beach was $54,583 per year. For families, the average income was $60,250 per year. These numbers show that most people in the town have a good income. Only a very small number of families (0.9%) and people (2.3%) lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Minnesott Beach para niños
