Randleman, North Carolina facts for kids
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Randleman, North Carolina
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Location of Randleman, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Randolph |
| Incorporated | 1880 |
| Named for | John B. Randleman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.12 sq mi (10.67 km2) |
| • Land | 4.08 sq mi (10.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
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| • Total | 4,595 |
| • Density | 1,126.23/sq mi (434.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27317
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| Area code(s) | 336 |
| FIPS code | 37-55080 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404592 |
Randleman is a city in Randolph County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 4,595 people lived there. Randleman is famous for being the home of the Petty family, who are well-known in NASCAR racing. It is also near the Victory Junction Gang Camp.
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Geography of Randleman
Randleman is a city located in North Carolina. It covers a total area of about 3.6 square miles (9.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
History of Randleman
The city of Randleman has had a few different names over the years.
Early Names and Mills
Around 1830, a man named Rick Dicks built a mill in the area. Because of this, the town was first called Dicks. Later, a cotton mill was built there. This led to the town being renamed Union Factory.
Becoming Randleman
The name Randleman was chosen in 1866. The town was named after John B. Randleman, who owned a mill. In 1880, the town officially became a city and was called Randleman Mills. Later, its name was shortened to simply Randleman.
Historic Places
Two important places in Randleman are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the William Dennis Pottery Kiln and House Site and the Randleman Graded School. These sites help preserve the history of the area.
Population of Randleman
The population of Randleman has changed over time. Here is how many people have lived in the city during different years:
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| 1880 | 1,027 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,754 | 70.8% | |
| 1900 | 2,190 | 24.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,950 | −11.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,967 | 0.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,863 | −5.3% | |
| 1940 | 2,032 | 9.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,066 | 1.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,232 | 8.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,312 | 3.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,156 | −6.7% | |
| 1990 | 2,612 | 21.2% | |
| 2000 | 3,557 | 36.2% | |
| 2010 | 4,113 | 15.6% | |
| 2020 | 4,595 | 11.7% | |
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People Living in Randleman (2020)
In 2020, there were 4,595 people living in Randleman. These people lived in 1,662 households. About 1,030 of these households were families.
Tall Structures in Randleman
Randleman is home to a very tall structure. The American Towers Tower Randleman is a large tower used for TV broadcasts. It stands over 1,853 feet (565 meters) tall.
Famous People from Randleman
Several notable people have connections to Randleman. Many of them are famous in the world of NASCAR racing.
- Antonio Goss is a former NFL linebacker. He won the Super Bowl twice with the San Francisco 49ers.
- Kyle Petty was a NASCAR driver for many years. He is now a racing commentator.
- Lee Petty was a NASCAR driver and a three-time champion. He was added to the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011.
- Maurice Petty built engines for NASCAR cars. He is Richard Petty's brother and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2014.
- Richard Petty is a legendary NASCAR driver. He won the Cup Series championship seven times. He holds the record for 200 career wins. He was one of the first people inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010.
- Brent Ridge is a doctor and business owner. He has also appeared on reality television.
Schools in Randleman
The Randolph County School System manages the public schools in the area. Randleman Elementary is located within the city limits. Randleman High and Randleman Middle School are just outside the city. Level Cross Elementary is also nearby and has a Randleman address.
Fun Places to Visit
One special place near Randleman is the Victory Junction Gang Camp. This camp is located in the community of Level Cross, Randolph County, North Carolina. It was started by Kyle and Pattie Petty to honor their son, Adam Petty. The camp provides a fun experience for children with serious illnesses.
Source
Powell, William, The North Carolina Gazetteer, University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, 1968.
See also
In Spanish: Randleman para niños
