High Shoals, North Carolina
High Shoals: town
About
High Shoals is a town located in the county of Gaston in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 696 and a population density of 101 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 757 inhabitants.
The town was created 52 years ago in 1973.
Quick Facts about High Shoals
| Population | 757 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Gaston County |
| Postal code | 28077 |
| Phone Area Codes | 704 |
| Area | 6.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4026,-81.2023 |
| Altitude | 761 feet / 232 meters |
| Establishment | November 06, 1973 (52 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 12:05:10 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 110 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.06% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 89℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
High Shoals is located at 35°24'10"N 81°12'8"W (35.4026400, -81.2023000).
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Demographics
The population of High Shoals increased by 8.06% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 696 | - | census |
| 2011 | 707 | 1.56% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 707 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 709 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 709 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 715 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 728 | 1.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 733 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 741 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 748 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 757 | 1.19% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to High Shoals, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198570 | Gaston College | Dallas (NC) | 28034 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to High Shoals, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
| CLT | Charlotte | 1914 North Tryon St. | RAIL |
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| SAL | Salisbury | Depot and Liberty Sts. | RAIL |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to High Shoals.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| High Shoal Post Office | High Shoals (NC) | 28077 |
Other cities in Gaston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gaston County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Gastonia | 77,640 | The most populous city in Gaston County, North Carolina. |
| Mount Holly | 16,415 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina |
| Davidson | 13,203 | Town in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States |
| Belmont | 12,622 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| Cherryville | 6,138 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Bessemer City | 5,577 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| South Gastonia | 5,312 | Unincorporated community |
| Dallas | 4,851 | Town in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States |
| Cramerton | 4,511 | Town in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. |
| Stanley | 3,793 | Town in North Carolina |
| Lowell | 3,744 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States |
| Ranlo | 3,708 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| McAdenville | 677 | Human settlement in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America |