Whitsett, North Carolina facts for kids
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Whitsett, North Carolina
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Location in Guilford County and the state of North Carolina.
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Guilford |
| Founded | 1884 |
| Named for | Whitsett Institute |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.61 sq mi (6.76 km2) |
| • Land | 2.58 sq mi (6.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 584 |
| • Density | 226.09/sq mi (87.30/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27377
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| Area code(s) | 336 |
| FIPS code | 37-73760 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406883 |
Whitsett is a small town in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States. It is a quiet community. In 2020, about 584 people lived there.
History of Whitsett
Whitsett has a rich history. Several important buildings and areas are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special places that are protected because of their historical value.
These historic spots include the Daniel P. Foust House and the Whitsett Historic District. They help tell the story of the town's past.
In 2012, a big company called Lenovo decided to open a factory in Whitsett. This was an important event for the town.
Geography of Whitsett
Whitsett is located in North Carolina. The town covers an area of about 2.8 square miles (7.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Whitsett
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 686 | — | |
| 2010 | 590 | −14.0% | |
| 2020 | 584 | −1.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 593 | 0.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 686 people living in Whitsett. These people lived in 279 homes. Most of the homes were families.
The town is home to people from different backgrounds. Most residents were White. A smaller number were African American or Asian. Some people were from two or more races.
The average age of people in Whitsett was 42 years old. About 20% of the population was under 18. About 17% of residents were 65 or older.
The average income for a family in Whitsett was about $48,750 per year. A small number of families and people lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Whitsett (Carolina del Norte) para niños
