Wentworth, North Carolina
Wentworth: small town located in Rockingham County, North Carolina
About
Wentworth is a town located in the county of Rockingham in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,807 and a population density of 76 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,734 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Wentworth
| Population | 2,734 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Postal code | 27375 |
| Phone Area Codes | 336 |
| Area | 36.93 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.4001,-79.7745 |
| Named for | Charles Watson-Wentworth, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham |
| Altitude | 741 feet / 226 meters |
| Capital city | Wentworth is capital of Rockingham County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:02:44 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 74 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.67% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Wentworth is located at 36°24'1"N 79°46'28"W (36.4001400, -79.7744800).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Wentworth decreased by 2.67% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,807 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,775 | -1.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,762 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,741 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,741 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,739 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,724 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,711 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,703 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,720 | 0.62% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,734 | 0.51% | estimation process |
People born in Wentworth (2)
People born in Wentworth, including politician James W. Reid, Dalton L. McMichael, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wentworth, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199485 | Rockingham Community College | Wentworth (NC) | 27375-0038 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wentworth, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRO | J. Douglas Galyon Depot | 236 East Washington Street | RAIL |
| DAN | Danville | 677 Craghead St. | RAIL |
| BNC | Burlington | 101 North Main Street | RAIL |
| HPT | High Point | 100 West High St | RAIL |
| UWS | Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car | 601 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Wentworth.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Post Office | Wentworth (NC) | 27375 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Wentworth, New Hampshire town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 976 people.
- Wentworth, South Dakota incorporated village in South Dakota, United States with a population of 467 people.
- Wentworth, Missouri village in Missouri, United States with a population of 145 people.
Other cities in Rockingham County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rockingham County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Eden | 14,867 | Town in North Carolina, U. |
| Reidsville | 13,993 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| Norwood | 2,469 | Town in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States |
| Mayodan | 2,410 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Madison | 2,108 | Town located in Rockingham County, North Carolina, USA |
| Stoneville | 1,261 | Human settlement in Rockingham County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Wentworth distances to largest North Carolina cities