Rose Hill, North Carolina facts for kids
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Rose Hill, North Carolina
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 Rose Hill, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Duplin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.45 sq mi (3.74 km2) |
| • Land | 1.45 sq mi (3.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
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| • Total | 1,371 |
| • Density | 948.79/sq mi (366.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28458
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-57860 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407244 |
Rose Hill is a small town located in Duplin County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,371 people lived there. Rose Hill is famous for something really big: it says it has the world's largest frying pan!
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History of Rose Hill
The town of Rose Hill got its name in a very pretty way. A post office was opened here in 1872. The area was full of wild roses growing everywhere. Because of these beautiful flowers, the town was named Rose Hill.
Where is Rose Hill?
Rose Hill is found in the southwestern part of Duplin County. A main road, U.S. Route 117, goes right through the middle of town. If you drive north on this road, you'll reach Warsaw in about 12 miles. Going south for about 7 miles will take you to Wallace.
There's also a big highway, Interstate 40, just east of Rose Hill. You can get on it from exit 380. This highway can take you south about 49 miles to Wilmington. Or, if you go north, you'll reach Raleigh in about 84 miles.
The United States Census Bureau says that Rose Hill covers an area of about 3.7 square kilometers. All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the town limits.
People of Rose Hill
The population of Rose Hill has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 364 | — | |
| 1920 | 516 | 41.8% | |
| 1930 | 554 | 7.4% | |
| 1940 | 727 | 31.2% | |
| 1950 | 896 | 23.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,292 | 44.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,448 | 12.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,508 | 4.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,287 | −14.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,330 | 3.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,626 | 22.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,371 | −15.7% | |
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Who Lives in Rose Hill?
The 2020 United States census counted 1,371 people living in Rose Hill. These people made up 823 households, with 554 of them being families.
The town is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here's a look at the different groups:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 553 | 40.34% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 365 | 26.62% |
| Native American | 8 | 0.58% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.36% |
| Other/Mixed (two or more races) | 33 | 2.41% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 407 | 29.69% |
Famous People from Rose Hill
Some notable people have come from Rose Hill:
- Ralph Britt: He was a professional football player who played as a tight end in the NFL.
- Aaron Fussell: He was a politician and educator from North Carolina.
- Wendell H. Murphy: He was a farmer and also a politician in North Carolina.
- Jamie Pickett: He is a professional athlete who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship as a Middleweight.
See also
In Spanish: Rose Hill (Carolina del Norte) para niños
