King, North Carolina
King: city in North Carolina
About
King is a city located in the county of Stokes in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,904 and a population density of 452 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,912 inhabitants.
The city was created 138 years ago in 1887.
Quick Facts about King
| Population | 6,912 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Stokes County |
| Postal code | 27021 |
| Phone Area Codes | 336 |
| Area | 15.26 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.2807,-80.3592 |
| Altitude | 1,142 feet / 348 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1888 (138 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 12:34:05 (10th April 2026) |
| Density | 453 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
King is located at 36°16'50"N 80°21'33"W (36.2806900, -80.3592200).
King map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of King increased by 0.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,904 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,849 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,813 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,782 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,782 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,922 | 2.02% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,889 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,907 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,881 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,861 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,912 | 0.74% | estimation process |
People born in King (5)
People born in King, including retired professional basketball player Kenny Dennard, United States general Billy J. Boles, politician Rex L. Baker, .
More notable people
- Sam Gibson (American baseball player) he was born in 05/08/1899
- William C. McGee (American politician) he was born in 21/02/1936
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to King, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 459046 | Empire Beauty School-Winston-Salem | Winston-Salem (NC) | 27106 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to King, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNS | Winston-Salem, North Carolina | 100 West 5th Street | BUS |
| UWS | Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car | 601 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr | BUS |
| HPT | High Point | 100 West High St | RAIL |
| LEX | Lexington | Center St. and railroad tracks | RAIL |
| GRO | J. Douglas Galyon Depot | 236 East Washington Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to King.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| King Post Office | King (NC) | 27021 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- King, Pennsylvania township in Bedford County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,181 people.
- King, Wisconsin Waupaca County, Wisconsin (USA) with a population of 850 people.
- King, Illinois township in Christian County, Illinois with a population of 227 people.
Other cities in Stokes County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Stokes County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Cove | 1,532 | City in Stokes County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Danbury | 183 | City in North Carolina, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
King distances to largest North Carolina cities