Kannapolis, North Carolina
Kannapolis: The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
About
Kannapolis is a city located in the county of Cabarrus in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 42,625 and a population density of 498 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 52,007 inhabitants.
The city was created 120 years ago in 1905.
Quick Facts about Kannapolis
| Population | 52,007 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Cabarrus County |
| Postal code | 28081, 28083 |
| Phone Area Codes | 704 |
| Area | 85.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4874,-80.6217 |
| Altitude | 830 feet / 253 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1906 (120 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:11:55 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 608 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 18.04% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 52℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Kannapolis is located at 35°29'14"N 80°37'18"W (35.4873600, -80.6217300).
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 52. West wind 1 to 7 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Kannapolis increased by 18.04% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42,625 | - | census |
| 2011 | 43,169 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 43,769 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 44,385 | 1.39% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 45,310 | 2.04% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 46,311 | 2.16% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 47,577 | 2.66% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 48,774 | 2.45% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 49,770 | 2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 50,841 | 2.11% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 52,007 | 2.24% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Kannapolis
1Village Park
700 W C St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States View details
Phone: +17049204343 | Website available
2Baker's Creek Park
1275 W A St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States View details
Phone: +17049388512 | Website available
3Village Park Splash Pad
740 W C St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States View details
Phone: +17049204343 | Website available
4Douglas Vineyards
7696 Freeze Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States View details
Phone: +17049396260 | Website available
5Jocko's Mini Golf
259 N Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28083, United States View details
Phone: +17042980018 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Kannapolis
1Kannapolis Parks and Recreation Department
700 W C St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, United States View details
Phone: +17049204343 | Website available
People born in Kannapolis (27)
People born in Kannapolis, including singer, songwriter, bandleader, and music producer George Clinton, racecar driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., racing driver Dale Earnhardt, .
More notable people
- Britt Nicole (American Christian singer-songwriter) she was born in 02/08/1985
- Ralph Earnhardt (NASCAR driver) he was born in 23/02/1928
- Eddie Mills (American actor) he was born in 30/12/1972
- Aundrae Allison (American football player) he was born in 20/04/1986
- George Shinn (American basketball executive) he was born in 11/05/1941
- Dixie Upright (American baseball player) he was born in 30/05/1926
- Ethan Horton (American football player) he was born in 19/12/1962
- Haskel Stanback (American football player) he was born in 19/03/1952
- Katie Geneva Cannon (American theologian) she was born in 02/02/1949
- Kerry Earnhardt (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 08/12/1969
- Mark Speir (American college football coach) he was born in 28/04/1968
- Skip Hollandsworth (American journalist) he was born in 09/11/1957
- Tony Eury, Jr. (NASCAR crew chief) he was born in 03/01/1973
- Kelley Earnhardt Miller (American stock car racing team owner and former driver) she was born in 28/08/1972
- Daniel Hemric (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 27/01/1991
- Corey LaJoie (American stock car racing driver) he was born in 25/09/1991
- Elizabeth Safrit she was born in 27/05/1992
- Carl Ford (American politician) he was born in 11/07/1957
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Kannapolis, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198109 | Cabarrus College of Health Sciences | Concord (NC) | 28025-3959 |
| 450614 | Empire Beauty School-Concord | Concord (NC) | 28027 |
| 198385 | Davidson College | Davidson (NC) | 28035 |
| 199494 | Rowan-Cabarrus Community College | Salisbury (NC) | 28146 |
| 408163 | Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology | Mooresville (NC) | 28115 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Kannapolis, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| SAL | Salisbury | Depot and Liberty Sts. | RAIL |
| CLT | Charlotte | 1914 North Tryon St. | RAIL |
| LEX | Lexington | Center St. and railroad tracks | RAIL |
| GAS | Gastonia | 350 Hancock Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Kannapolis.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Kannapol Post Office | Kannapolis (NC) | 28083 |
| Land Post Office | Landis (NC) | 28088 |
| Concord Post Office | Concord (NC) | 28025 |
| Concord Pkwy Post Office | Concord (NC) | 28027 |
| China Grov Post Office | China Grove (NC) | 28023 |
Other cities in Cabarrus County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cabarrus County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Concord | 98,500 | The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. |
| Harrisburg | 16,852 | Town in North Carolina |
| Midland | 3,880 | Place in North Carolina, United States |
| Mount Pleasant | 1,821 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Kannapolis distances to largest North Carolina cities