Woodfin, North Carolina facts for kids
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Woodfin, North Carolina
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Location in Buncombe County and the state of North Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | North Carolina | ||
| County | Buncombe | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Mayor-council | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 9.57 sq mi (24.78 km2) | ||
| • Land | 9.19 sq mi (23.80 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.38 sq mi (0.97 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 2,123 ft (647 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,936 | ||
| • Density | 863.45/sq mi (333.39/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| FIPS code | 37-75280 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2406909 | ||
Woodfin is a town located in Buncombe County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 7,936 people lived there. Woodfin is part of the larger Asheville area.
The town is named after Nicholas Washington Woodfin. He was a famous lawyer and leader in early North Carolina. Woodfin is special because it is the only town in the United States with this name. The community of Woodfin started in the mid-1800s, but it officially became a town in 1971.
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History of Woodfin
The history of Woodfin is closely connected to factories and making things. Many of the older homes in Woodfin were built for people who worked in these factories. These areas are sometimes called "mill villages." Some neighborhoods still have names like "Martel Village" or "Company Bottom." These names show their connection to the old industries.
In the 1970s and 1980s, many factories in America closed down. This caused problems for Woodfin's economy. Many people lost their jobs, and the town's population decreased.
However, things started to change in the 1990s. More people began moving to western North Carolina, including Woodfin. Today, Woodfin's economy is a mix of different businesses. It has both large and small factories, along with homes and shops. Woodfin is the 115th largest town in North Carolina.
The North Carolina Electrical Power Company Electric Generating Plant is an important historical building in Woodfin. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. This list helps protect important historical sites.
Woodfin's Location
Woodfin is in the middle of Buncombe County. It is located right next to the northern part of the city of Asheville.
The town covers a total area of about 9.57 square miles (24.78 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 9.19 square miles (23.80 square kilometers). The rest is water, which is about 0.38 square miles (0.97 square kilometers). The French Broad River flows through the western side of the town.
Town Services
Woodfin provides many important services to its residents.
- Sewer Services: The Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County handles the sewer system.
- Water Services: Water is supplied by three different systems. These are the Woodfin Water District, Asheville Water Authority, and Weaverville Water Department.
- Other Town Services: The town also has its own police department. They take care of trash collection, street repairs, and planning for the town's future. They also manage animal control, street lights, and parks.
Population and People
Woodfin's population has grown over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 3,260 | — | |
| 1990 | 2,736 | −16.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,162 | 15.6% | |
| 2010 | 6,123 | 93.6% | |
| 2020 | 7,936 | 29.6% | |
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Who Lives in Woodfin?
The 2020 United States census showed that 7,936 people lived in Woodfin. There were 2,495 households and 1,390 families.
Here is a look at the different groups of people living in Woodfin in 2020:
- White (not Hispanic): 78.62%
- Black or African American (not Hispanic): 5.23%
- Native American: 0.37%
- Asian: 1.73%
- Pacific Islander: 0.13%
- Other or Mixed Race: 4.9%
- Hispanic or Latino: 9.03%
See also
In Spanish: Woodfin (Carolina del Norte) para niños
