Selma, North Carolina
Selma: town of the United States
About
Selma is a town located in the county of Johnston in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,073 and a population density of 484 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,323 inhabitants.
The town was created 153 years ago in 1873.
Quick Facts about Selma
| Population | 7,323 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Johnston County |
| Postal code | 27576 |
| Phone Area Codes | 919 |
| Area | 12.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.5366,-78.2844 |
| Named for | Selma |
| Altitude | 174 feet / 53 meters |
| Establishment | February 11, 1873 (153 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:12:24 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 584 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 17.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Selma is located at 35°32'12"N 78°17'4"W (35.5365500, -78.2844400).
Selma map
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Official website of Selma
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Selma increased by 17.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,073 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,180 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,199 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,222 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,246 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,391 | 2.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,579 | 2.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,739 | 2.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,921 | 2.63% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,101 | 2.53% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,323 | 3.03% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Selma
1Brack Wilson Park
1116 W Oak St, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199659841 | Website available
Where to Eat in Selma
1Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
275 US Hwy 70 E, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199656890 | Website available
2Denny's
55 Jr Rd, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199653275 | Website available
3Cook Out
603 Ricks Rd, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +18665470011 | Website available
4Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
419 US-70, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19193510964 | Website available
5Waffle House
1815 Outlet Center Dr, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199658342 | Website available
Where to Stay in Selma
1La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Selma/Smithfield I-95
1695 Outlet Center Dr, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199656730 | Website available
2Econo Lodge
1780 Industrial Park Dr Building A, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19199653716 | Website available
3Knights Inn Selma
100 Graham St, Selma, NC 27576, United States View details
Phone: +19192020000 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Selma
1Selma Town Hall
114 N Raiford St, Selma, NC 27576 View details
Phone: +19199659841 | Website available
2Town of Micro
01 S US 301 Hwy, Selma, NC 27576 View details
Phone: +19192842572 | Website available
3Pine Level Town Hall
306 E Brown St, Selma, NC 27576 View details
Phone: +19199652284 | Website available
People born in Selma (2)
People born in Selma, including Hip hop musician MaDrique, businessman Lunsford Richardson, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Selma, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198774 | Johnston Community College | Smithfield (NC) | 27577-2350 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Selma, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSM | Selma–Smithfield | 500 East Railroad Street | RAIL |
| GBO | Goldsboro, NC | 1615 East Beech Street | BUS |
| WLN | Wilson | 401 East Nash Street | RAIL |
| RGH | Raleigh Union Station | 320 West Cabarrus Street | RAIL |
| NSF | North Carolina State Fair station | 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Selma.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Selma Post Office | Selma (NC) | 27576 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Selma, California city in and county seat of Dallas County, Alabama, United States with a population of 24,370 people.
- Selma, Alabama city in and county seat of Dallas County, Alabama, United States with a population of 16,671 people.
- Selma, Texas City in Bexar County, Texas, United States with a population of 13,130 people.
- Selma, Michigan township in Wexford County, Michigan with a population of 2,145 people.
- Selma, Indiana human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America with a population of 806 people.
Other cities in Johnston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnston County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | 26,458 | Town in North Carolina |
| Smithfield | 13,333 | County seat of Johnston County, North Carolina |
| Archer Lodge | 5,322 | City in North Carolina, United States of America |
| Benson | 4,024 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Four Oaks | 2,387 | Town of the United States |
| Wilsons Mills | 2,277 | Park in the United States of America |
| Pine Level | 1,861 | City in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Kenly | 1,624 | Town of the United States |
| Princeton | 1,425 | Town in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States |
| Micro | 553 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Selma distances to largest North Carolina cities