Scotland Neck, North Carolina facts for kids
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Scotland Neck, North Carolina
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US 258-NC 903 run through Downtown Scotland Neck.
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Location of Scotland Neck, North Carolina
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| Country | United States | |
| State | North Carolina | |
| County | Halifax | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.19 sq mi (3.08 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.19 sq mi (3.08 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,640 | |
| • Density | 1,380.47/sq mi (533.06/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
27874
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| Area code(s) | 252 | |
| FIPS code | 37-59780 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407299 | |
| Website | www.townofscotlandneck.com | |
Scotland Neck is a small town in Halifax County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2010, about 2,059 people lived there. It is part of the larger Roanoke Rapids area.
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History of Scotland Neck
Scotland Neck has a rich history. Several important places in the town are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value.
Some of these special places include:
- The Hoffman-Bowers-Josey-Riddick House
- Kehukee Primitive Baptist Church
- Magnolia
- The Scotland Neck Historic District
- Trinity Church
- Woodstock
A private school called Vine Hill Academy was also in Scotland Neck. Many famous people from history went to school there.
Geography and Nature
Scotland Neck is located in North Carolina. The town covers a total area of about 1.2 square miles (3.08 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
One of the most famous places near Scotland Neck is the Sylvan Heights Bird Park. This park is home to many different kinds of birds from all over the world. It's a great place to learn about birds and see them up close.
People of Scotland Neck
The number of people living in Scotland Neck has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 482 | — | |
| 1890 | 778 | 61.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,348 | 73.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,726 | 28.0% | |
| 1920 | 2,061 | 19.4% | |
| 1930 | 2,339 | 13.5% | |
| 1940 | 2,559 | 9.4% | |
| 1950 | 2,730 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,974 | 8.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,869 | −3.5% | |
| 1980 | 2,834 | −1.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,575 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,362 | −8.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,059 | −12.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,640 | −20.3% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 1,640 people living in Scotland Neck. There were 611 households and 327 families in the town.
The people living in Scotland Neck come from different backgrounds:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 445 | 27.13% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 1,108 | 67.56% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.12% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.37% |
| Other/Mixed | 33 | 2.01% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 2.8% |
Famous People from Scotland Neck
Many interesting people have come from Scotland Neck. Here are a few:
- John Eaton – A politician and diplomat who worked for the government.
- John D. Hall – Another politician who also owned a radio station.
- Claude Kitchin – A politician who served in the United States Congress.
- Alice McGill – A talented children's writer and storyteller.
- Tom Umphlett – A professional baseball player who played in MLB (Major League Baseball).
See also
In Spanish: Scotland Neck para niños
