Salemburg, North Carolina facts for kids
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Salemburg, North Carolina
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Salemburg Grill on Main Street
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 Salemburg, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Sampson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.97 sq mi (2.53 km2) |
| • Land | 0.97 sq mi (2.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 457 |
| • Density | 468.72/sq mi (180.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28385
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| Area codes | 910, 472 |
| FIPS code | 37-58840 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407276 |
Salemburg is a small town in Sampson County, North Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 457 people lived there.
The town is located on N.C. 242. It sits between U.S. Route 421 and N.C. 24. Salemburg is about 12 miles west of Clinton. It is also 20 miles west of Interstate 40. The town is 20 miles east of Interstate 95. Salemburg officially became a town in 1905.
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History of Salemburg
Salemburg was once home to a school called Southwood College. Today, the North Carolina Justice Academy uses the old college buildings. This academy is a training center for the North Carolina Department of Justice. It helps train people who work in law enforcement. The academy has a staff of 82 people.
Two important historical buildings are in Salemburg. These are the Marion Butler Birthplace and the Howard-Royal House. Both were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. This means they are special places that are protected for their history.
Geography of Salemburg
Salemburg is a small town. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers about 1.0 square mile (2.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 215 | — | |
| 1930 | 318 | 47.9% | |
| 1940 | 371 | 16.7% | |
| 1950 | 435 | 17.3% | |
| 1960 | 569 | 30.8% | |
| 1970 | 669 | 17.6% | |
| 1980 | 742 | 10.9% | |
| 1990 | 409 | −44.9% | |
| 2000 | 469 | 14.7% | |
| 2010 | 435 | −7.2% | |
| 2020 | 457 | 5.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 469 people living in Salemburg. These people lived in 218 households. About 139 of these were families. Most people in Salemburg were White. A smaller number were African American or Native American. Some people were also from other backgrounds.
About 22% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. Some households had a female head without a husband. Others were individuals living alone. About 18.8% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone. The average household had about 2 people. The average family had about 2 to 3 people.
The population in Salemburg is spread across different age groups. About 18.8% of the people were under 18 years old. A large part of the population was 65 years or older. The average age in Salemburg was 46 years. This means it is a town with many older adults.
Notable People from Salemburg
Salemburg and the surrounding area have been home to some famous people.
- William R. King (1786–1853) was a very important person. He served as the Vice President of the United States. He was the Vice President under President Franklin Pierce. King was from the Suttontown area of Sampson County.
- Jacklyn H. Lucas (1928–2008) was a brave soldier. He received the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award for bravery in the U.S. military.
- Willie Weeks (born 1947) is a talented musician. He was a bassist for the famous band The Doobie Brothers.
See also
In Spanish: Salemburg para niños
