North Topsail Beach, North Carolina facts for kids
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North Topsail, North Carolina
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North Topsail Beach coastline
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Nature's Tranquil Beauty
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Location of North Topsail Beach, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Onslow |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.37 sq mi (26.86 km2) |
| • Land | 6.22 sq mi (16.10 km2) |
| • Water | 4.15 sq mi (10.75 km2) |
| Elevation | 3 ft (0.9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,005 |
| • Density | 161.63/sq mi (62.40/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28460
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-47845 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407008 |
| Website | [https://www.northtopsailbeachnc.gov |
North Topsail Beach is a small town in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States. It is located on the beautiful Topsail Island. In 2020, about 1,005 people lived there. This town is part of the larger Jacksonville area.
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A Look Back at North Topsail Beach
In the 1940s, a special community called Ocean City was created here. It was a place where African Americans could buy land and enjoy vacations. The idea came from Edgar L. Yow, a white attorney, and Samuel Gray, a Black physician.
Wade H. Chestnut and his wife Caronell were important leaders in developing this community. They owned the very first home there. In July 2022, a historical marker was planned. This marker will be part of the state's Civil Rights Trail, remembering the history of Ocean City.
Geography of North Topsail Beach
North Topsail Beach covers a total area of about 10.6 square miles (27.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 6.4 square miles (16.6 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 4.2 square miles (10.9 square kilometers), is water. This means a big part of the town's area is covered by water, like the ocean and sounds.
People of North Topsail Beach
The number of people living in North Topsail Beach has changed over the years:
- In 2000, there were 843 people.
- In 2010, the population was 743.
- By 2020, the population grew to 1,005 people.
Who Lives in North Topsail Beach?
According to the 2020 United States census, there were 1,005 people living in the town. These people made up 482 households and 233 families.
Most of the people living in North Topsail Beach are White, making up about 90.85% of the population. Other groups include Black or African American (1.19%), Native American (0.5%), and Asian (0.2%). About 4.08% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
See Also
In Spanish: North Topsail Beach para niños
