Asheboro, North Carolina
Asheboro: city in North Carolina, United States of America
About
Asheboro is a city located in the county of Randolph in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 25,012 and a population density of 510 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 26,023 inhabitants.
The city was created 229 years ago in 1796.
Quick Facts about Asheboro
| Population | 26,023 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Different from | Asheville |
| Postal code | 27203–27205 |
| Phone Area Codes | 336 |
| Area | 49.01 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.7079,-79.8136 |
| Altitude | 837 feet / 255 meters |
| Capital city | Asheboro is capital of Randolph County |
| Establishment | December 25, 1796 (229 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 14:56:05 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 531 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.89% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Asheboro is located at 35°42'28"N 79°48'49"W (35.7079100, -79.8136400).
Asheboro map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Asheboro increased by 3.89% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,012 | - | census |
| 2011 | 25,531 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 25,672 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 25,864 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 25,849 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,809 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,870 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 25,819 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 25,817 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 25,940 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 26,023 | 0.32% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Asheboro
1North Carolina Zoo
4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205, United States View details
Phone: +13368797000 | Website available
2Pisgah Covered Bridge
6925 Pisgah Covered Bridge Rd, Asheboro, NC 27205, United States View details
Phone: +13366260364 | Website available
3Richland Creek Zipline Canopy Tour LLC
2728 Fairview Farm Rd, Asheboro, NC 27205, United States View details
Phone: +13367365623 | Website available
4American Classic Motorcycle Museum
1170 US-64, Asheboro, NC 27205, United States View details
Phone: +13366299564 | Website available
5North Carolina Aviation Museum
2222 Pilots View Rd, Asheboro, NC 27205, United States View details
Phone: +13366250170 | Website available
People born in Asheboro (16)
People born in Asheboro, including racecar driver Sam Ard, politician William C. Hammer, football player Andy Headen, .
More notable people
- Lodi (American professional wrestler and novelist) he was born in 08/09/1970
- Mark Kemp (American journalist) he was born in 10/04/1960
- Paul Martin Newby (American politician) he was born in 05/05/1955
- Joe Spinks (American basketball coach and basketball player) he was born in 20/06/1972
- Lane Caudell (American actor and singer-songwriter) he was born in 25/04/1952
- Greg Corbett (American banjoist) he was born in 27/08/1972
- Pat Hurley (American politician) she was born in 29/12/1939
- Julius Ramsay (American television director) he was born in 01/01/1975
- William Johnston Armfield (American textile business executive and philanthropist) he was born in 03/11/1934
- Beverly Smith (American softball coach)
- Frances Katherine Foust Lombard (American botanist and botanical collector (1915 –1995)) she was born in 23/01/1915
- Charlesanna Fox (American librarian and U.S. military veteran) she was born in 01/01/1910
- Charlotte Holder Clinger (U.S. military veteran) she was born in 01/01/1943
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Asheboro, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199421 | Randolph Community College | Asheboro (NC) | 27205 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Asheboro, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HPT | High Point | 100 West High St | RAIL |
| GRO | J. Douglas Galyon Depot | 236 East Washington Street | RAIL |
| LEX | Lexington | Center St. and railroad tracks | RAIL |
| BNC | Burlington | 101 North Main Street | RAIL |
| UWS | Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car | 601 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Asheboro.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ashebor Post Office | Asheboro (NC) | 27203 |
Other cities in Randolph County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Randolph County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Archdale | 11,564 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States |
| Trinity | 6,639 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States |
| Randleman | 4,137 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Ramseur | 1,690 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Franklinville | 1,213 | Township in Randolph County, North Carolina |
| Staley | 401 | Town in North Carolina |
| Seagrove | 231 | Human settlement in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Asheboro distances to largest North Carolina cities