Mint Hill, North Carolina facts for kids
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Mint Hill, North Carolina
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Mint Hill City Hall and fountain
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Location of Mint Hill, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| Counties | Mecklenburg, Union |
| Founded | 1750 |
| Incorporated | 1899, 1971 |
| Area | |
| • Town | 24.64 sq mi (63.82 km2) |
| • Land | 24.41 sq mi (63.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Population
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| • Town | 26,450 |
| • Metro | 2,191,604 |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| ZIP code |
28227
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| Area code(s) | 704, 980 |
| FIPS code | 37-43480 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406170 |
Mint Hill is a town located in North Carolina, a state in the United States. It's a suburban area, meaning it's a community near a larger city. Mint Hill is close to Charlotte, which is one of the biggest cities in North Carolina. The town is mostly in Mecklenburg County, but a small part of it also stretches into Union County. In 2020, about 26,450 people lived there.
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Exploring Mint Hill's Location
Mint Hill is located in the southeastern part of Mecklenburg County. It's also near the border of Cabarrus County. The town covers an area of about 24.64 square miles (63.82 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water.
Mint Hill's Growing Population
Mint Hill has grown quite a bit over the years! Back in 1900, only 192 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 26,450 people. This shows how much the town has developed and become a popular place to live.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 192 | — | |
| 1910 | 194 | 1.0% | |
| 1980 | 7,915 | — | |
| 1990 | 11,567 | 46.1% | |
| 2000 | 14,922 | 29.0% | |
| 2010 | 22,722 | 52.3% | |
| 2020 | 26,450 | 16.4% | |
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Who Lives in Mint Hill?
In 2020, there were 26,450 people living in Mint Hill. These people made up 9,627 households, with 7,386 of those being families. The town is home to a diverse group of people from different backgrounds.
Learning and Libraries in Mint Hill
Mint Hill offers many great options for education and learning.
Schools in Mecklenburg County
Children living in the Mecklenburg County part of Mint Hill attend schools that are part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system.
Elementary Schools
Several elementary schools are located within or near Mint Hill. These include Bain, Lebanon Road, and Mint Hill Elementary. Clear Creek Elementary and J. H. Gunn Elementary also serve parts of the town.
Middle Schools
For middle school, students can attend Northeast Middle or Mint Hill Middle, both located in the town. Albermarle Road Middle School, just outside Mint Hill, also serves some students from the area.
High Schools
High school students in Mecklenburg County have a few choices. They can go to Independence High School or Rocky River High School, both of which are in Mint Hill. Another option is David W. Butler High School in nearby Matthews.
Schools in Union County
If you live in the Union County part of Mint Hill, your schools are part of the Union County Public Schools district.
Charter Schools
Mint Hill is also home to charter schools, which are public schools that have more freedom in how they operate. These include Queen's Grant Community School and Queen's Grant High School.
Public Library
The town has its own branch of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. This is a great place to find books, do research, and attend fun programs.
See also
In Spanish: Mint Hill para niños
