Wallace, North Carolina facts for kids
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Wallace, North Carolina
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| Motto(s):
"Pleasant...Progressive...Prosperous"
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 Wallace, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States | |
| State | North Carolina | |
| Counties | Duplin, Pender | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.19 sq mi (8.27 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.19 sq mi (8.27 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,413 | |
| • Density | 1,068.57/sq mi (412.64/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
28466
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| Area codes | 910, 472 | |
| FIPS code | 37-70720 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406822 | |
Wallace is a town located in North Carolina, a state in the United States. It is found in both Duplin and Pender counties. In 2020, about 3,413 people lived there.
The part of Wallace in Pender County is near the larger city of Wilmington. Wallace was first called Duplin Crossroads and became an official town in 1873. Later, in 1899, it was renamed Wallace to honor Stephen D. Wallace, who worked for a railroad company.
Wallace is the biggest town in Duplin County for population and shopping. It serves many people in the surrounding area. There is an industrial park called SouthPark near I-40 in Wallace. The town offers low tax rates to encourage businesses to move there.
Wallace also has its own airport, Henderson Field. This airport makes it easier to travel to and from Wallace. It has a 4,000-foot runway that is paved and lit up for planes.
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Exploring Wallace's Past
Wallace has several important historical places. These include the W. Stokes Boney House, the Isaac M. Powers House, and the Wallace Commercial Historic District. These sites are special enough to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Understanding Wallace's Location
Wallace is mainly in the southern part of Duplin County. Its town limits also stretch south into Pender County.
U.S. Route 117 goes right through the middle of Wallace. This road leads north about 19 miles to Warsaw and south about 15 miles to Burgaw. Another road, North Carolina Highway 41, crosses US 117 in Wallace. It goes northeast about 14 miles to Chinquapin and west about 14 miles to Harrells.
Interstate 40 is a major highway that passes east of Wallace. You can get to it from Exit 390 (using US 117 about 4 miles south of town) or Exit 385 (using NC 41 about 3 miles east of town). I-40 goes south about 44 miles to Wilmington and north about 89 miles to Raleigh.
The town of Wallace covers a total area of about 3.19 square miles (8.27 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Wallace's Population and Growth
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 119 | — | |
| 1900 | 218 | 83.2% | |
| 1910 | 444 | 103.7% | |
| 1920 | 648 | 45.9% | |
| 1930 | 734 | 13.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,050 | 43.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,622 | 54.5% | |
| 1960 | 2,285 | 40.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,905 | 27.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,903 | −0.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,939 | 1.2% | |
| 2000 | 3,344 | 13.8% | |
| 2010 | 3,880 | 16.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,413 | −12.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Wallace's Diverse Community (2020)
In 2020, the town of Wallace had 3,413 people living in 1,492 households. These households included 833 families. The community is made up of people from various backgrounds:
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,426 | 41.78% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 835 | 24.47% |
| Native American | 20 | 0.59% |
| Asian | 14 | 0.41% |
| Other/Mixed | 76 | 2.23% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,042 | 30.53% |
Future Growth in Wallace
Wallace is planning for new homes to be built. An area of 150 acres south of Wallace, in Willard, is now part of the town. Hundreds of new homes will be built there near the I-40 overpass.
The town council also discussed building hundreds more new homes. These would be in the Tin City community of Wallace.
Neighborhoods in Wallace
Wallace has several unique neighborhoods and communities.
Tin City Community
Tin City is a rural neighborhood in Wallace. The average price for a home here is about $342,217. This makes it more expensive than many other neighborhoods in North Carolina. Renting a home in Tin City costs about $1,073 per month. Most homes are single-family houses or small apartment buildings. Many of these homes were built between 1970 and 1999, or even earlier between 1940 and 1969.
River Landing Community
River Landing is a private community in Wallace. Many people who live here are retired. The community offers two 18-hole golf courses, a clubhouse, and swimming pools. It also has large homesites and trails for walking and biking.
Northeast Community
The Northeast community is home to the Northeast Volunteer Fire Department. This department provides fire and emergency services. They help this area of Wallace and the surrounding rural parts of Duplin County.
Rockfish Township
Rockfish is a township within Wallace, located in Duplin County. It has a population of about 1,667 people.
Island Creek Township
Island Creek is another township located in Wallace, Duplin County.
Deep Bottom / Pin Hook Neighborhoods
Pinhook and Deep Bottom are rural neighborhoods within Wallace.
Military Presence in Wallace
Wallace is home to many military veterans. In 2022, about 13.6% of the people living in Wallace were veterans. The town is also close to all eight military bases in North Carolina, within a two-hour drive.
Wallace used to have an armory for the North Carolina National Guard. In 2016, the armory was given to the town of Wallace. The town then changed it into a facility for public works.
Learning in Wallace: Schools
Wallace has several schools for students of different ages:
- Wallace-Rose Hill High School (grades 9–12) in Teachey, NC
- Wallace Elementary School (Pre-K to grade 8)
- New Hope Christian Academy
- Wallace Christian Academy
Fun Things to Do in Wallace
Wallace offers several attractions and events:
- Carolina Strawberry Festival
- Boney Mill Pond
- Historic Depot
- The Wallace Community Center at the Historic Wallace Woman's Club Building
- The Wanoca Outdoor Theatre
- The Stockyard
- Battle of Rockfish Creek Historic Site
Famous People from Wallace
Many notable individuals have connections to Wallace:
- Henry Boney (1903–2002), a former Major League Baseball pitcher.
- Wray Carlton (born 1937), a former running back for the Buffalo Bills.
- M. L. Carr (born 1951), an NBA player who won two NBA championships.
- Nate Irving (born 1988), an NFL linebacker.
- James R. Jordan Sr. (1936–1993), the father of NBA superstar Michael Jordan.
- Mary Lee Mills (1912–2010), an American nurse.
- Charles S. Murphy (1909–1983), who was a White House Counsel for President Harry S. Truman.
- Javonte Williams (born 2000), a running back for the Denver Broncos.
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Radio Stations in Wallace
Wallace has a few local radio stations:
- 710 AM / 100.5 FM WKOO KIX FM – Plays Country and Dance Hits.
- 90.9 FM WGXO Go Mix! – Plays Southern gospel music.
- 94.3 FM WZKB La Mega – Plays Regional Mexican music.
Getting Around Wallace: Transportation
Wallace is home to Henderson Field Airport. This is a public airport located about 1 mile (1.6 km) southwest of the town center. The airport is currently being expanded to better serve the community.
There are also plans to bring passenger train service back to Wallace. A study in 2024 looked into connecting Raleigh to Wilmington by passenger rail, and Wallace was considered as a possible stop.
See also
In Spanish: Wallace (Carolina del Norte) para niños
