Peletier, North Carolina facts for kids
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Peletier, North Carolina
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Location of Peletier, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Carteret |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.68 sq mi (9.53 km2) |
| • Land | 3.62 sq mi (9.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 769 |
| • Density | 212.55/sq mi (82.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 37-51040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407090 |
Peletier is a small town located in Carteret County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 769 people lived there. The town gets its name from the Pelletier family, who lived in the area in the late 1700s.
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Exploring Peletier's Location
Peletier is found in the western part of Carteret County. It has some interesting neighbors. To the south, you'll find the towns of Cape Carteret and Cedar Point.
Natural Surroundings of Peletier
To the west of Peletier is the White Oak River. This river is affected by tides and forms the border between Carteret County and Onslow County. If you head north and east from Peletier, you'll discover the large Croatan National Forest. This forest is a great place for nature lovers.
Roads and Travel in Peletier
North Carolina Highway 58 runs right through Peletier. This highway can take you to different places. If you drive south about 5 miles (8 km), you'll reach Emerald Isle. This town is right on the Atlantic Ocean. If you go northwest about 15 miles (24 km), you'll get to Maysville and U.S. Route 17.
Peletier's Size and Land Area
The town of Peletier covers a total area of about 3.68 square miles (9.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 3.62 square miles (9.37 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 square kilometers), is water. This means about 1.56% of the town's area is water.
Understanding Peletier's Population
The number of people living in Peletier has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different U.S. Census surveys:
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| 2000 | 487 | — | |
| 2010 | 644 | 32.2% | |
| 2020 | 769 | 19.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 487 people living in Peletier. By 2010, the population grew to 644. The most recent count in 2020 showed 769 residents.
People and Homes in Peletier (2000 Census)
Back in 2000, there were 487 people living in Peletier. These people lived in 206 households, and 146 of those were families. The town had about 148 people per square mile (57 people per square kilometer). There were also 282 housing units, which are homes or apartments.
Most of the people in Peletier in 2000 were White (97.13%). There were also small numbers of African American (0.62%), Native American (0.62%), and Asian (1.64%) residents. About 1.03% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Family Life in Peletier
Out of the 206 households in 2000:
- About 29.6% had children under 18 living there.
- 56.3% were married couples living together.
- 8.7% had a female head of the household with no husband present.
- 29.1% were not families, meaning individuals living alone or with non-relatives.
- About 21.8% of all households were made up of people living by themselves.
- 10.7% had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average household had 2.36 people, and the average family had 2.74 people.
Age Groups in Peletier
In 2000, the population of Peletier was spread out across different age groups:
- 22.8% were under 18 years old.
- 6.6% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 25.7% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 24.4% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 20.5% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Peletier was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were about 102 males.
Income and Economy in Peletier
In 2000, the average income for a household in Peletier was $33,641 per year. For families, the average income was $34,653 per year. Men generally earned more, with an average income of $25,250, compared to $16,667 for women. The average income per person in the town was $17,484.
About 9.9% of families and 11.1% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 11.5% of those under 18 and 8.4% of those aged 65 or older.
