Norman, North Carolina facts for kids
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Norman, North Carolina
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 Norman, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Richmond |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 100 |
| • Density | 177.94/sq mi (68.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28367
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-47260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406999 |
Norman is a small town located in Richmond County, North Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 100 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
Geography of Norman
Norman is a small town, covering an area of about 1.46 square kilometers (or 0.56 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits. It's nestled in the beautiful landscape of North Carolina.
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 240 | — | |
| 1940 | 327 | 36.3% | |
| 1950 | 300 | −8.3% | |
| 1960 | 220 | −26.7% | |
| 1970 | 157 | −28.6% | |
| 1980 | 252 | 60.5% | |
| 1990 | 105 | −58.3% | |
| 2000 | 72 | −31.4% | |
| 2010 | 138 | 91.7% | |
| 2020 | 100 | −27.5% | |
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The number of people living in Norman has changed quite a bit over the years. For example, in 1940, the town had 327 residents, which was its highest population. By 2000, the population had dropped to 72 people. However, it grew again to 138 people by 2010, before decreasing slightly to 100 people in 2020. These numbers come from the official U.S. Census, which counts everyone in the country every ten years.
Who Lives in Norman?
In 2000, there were 72 people living in Norman. The town was home to 33 households, with 16 of these being families. Most of the people living in Norman were White (about 72%), with African American and Asian residents also making up parts of the community. A small number of people identified with two or more races.
Many households had children under 18 living with them. About half of the households were made up of individuals living alone. Some of these individuals were 65 years old or older. The average household had about two people, while families typically had around three people.
The population of Norman also varied by age. About a quarter of the residents were under 18 years old. The largest age group was between 25 and 44 years old. There were also many older adults, with almost 20% of the population being 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 40 years old.
See also
- In Spanish: Norman (Carolina del Norte) para niños
