Waco, North Carolina
Waco: human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America
About
Waco is a city located in the county of Cleveland in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 321 and a population density of 157 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 319 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Waco
| Population | 319 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Cleveland County |
| Postal code | 28169 |
| Phone Area Codes | 704 |
| Area | 2.05 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.3615,-81.4287 |
| Altitude | 925 feet / 282 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:51:55 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 156 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.63% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Waco is located at 35°21'41"N 81°25'43"W (35.3615200, -81.4287000).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Waco decreased by 0.63% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 321 | - | census |
| 2011 | 317 | -1.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 316 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 315 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 312 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 311 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 312 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 313 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 313 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 314 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 319 | 1.57% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Waco, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198321 | Cleveland Community College | Shelby (NC) | 28152-6224 |
| 198570 | Gaston College | Dallas (NC) | 28034 |
| 198561 | Gardner-Webb University | Boiling Springs (NC) | 28017-0997 |
| 444486 | Paul Mitchell the School-Gastonia | Gastonia (NC) | 28054 |
| 197984 | Belmont Abbey College | Belmont (NC) | 28012-1802 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Waco, 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 |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
| KAN | Kannapolis | 201 South Main St. | RAIL |
| SAL | Salisbury | Depot and Liberty Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Waco.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wa Post Office | Waco (NC) | 28169 |
| Cherryvill Post Office | Cherryville (NC) | 28021 |
| Fallston Post Office | Fallston (NC) | 28042 |
| Lawndal Post Office | Lawndale (NC) | 28090 |
| Shelby Post Office | Shelby (NC) | 28150 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Waco, Texas The 11th most populous city in Texas. with a population of 141,377 people.
- Waco, Kansas township in Sedgwick County, Kansas with a population of 753 people.
- Waco, Georgia human settlement in Haralson County, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 532 people.
- Waco, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 229 people.
- Waco, Missouri City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States with a population of 93 people.
Other cities in Cleveland County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cleveland County , NC. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby | 20,145 | City in and the county seat of Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States |
| Elizabeth City | 17,751 | City in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina |
| Archdale | 11,560 | City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States |
| Kings Mountain | 11,118 | City in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Boiling Springs | 4,674 | City in North Carolina, USA |
| Belwood | 963 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Grover | 709 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Light Oak | 691 | Township in Cleveland County, North Carolina |
| Kingstown | 682 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Patterson Springs | 628 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Fallston | 610 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lawndale | 589 | City in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Polkville | 552 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lattimore | 454 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Dover | 384 | Town in Craven County, North Carolina, United States |
| Mooresboro | 316 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |