Kings Mountain, North Carolina
Kings Mountain: city in Gaston County, North Carolina, United States of America
About
Kings Mountain is a city located in the county of Cleveland in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 10,296 and a population density of 292 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 11,118 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Kings Mountain
| Population | 11,118 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Cleveland County |
| Postal code | 28086 |
| Phone Area Codes | 704 |
| Area | 35.31 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.2451,-81.3412 |
| Named for | Battle of Kings Mountain |
| Altitude | 1,007 feet / 307 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:43:48 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 315 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.39% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 88℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Kings Mountain is located at 35°14'42"N 81°20'28"W (35.2451300, -81.3411900).
Kings Mountain map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 88.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Kings Mountain
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Kings Mountain increased by 7.39% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,296 | - | census |
| 2011 | 10,653 | 3.35% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 10,646 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 10,616 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 10,611 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 10,712 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 10,726 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 10,797 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,921 | 1.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,982 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 11,118 | 1.22% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Kings Mountain
1Crowders Mountain State Park
522 Park Office Ln, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17048535375 | Website available
2Crowders Mountain State Park - Linwood Road Access
4611 Linwood Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17048535375 | Website available
3Patriot Park
220 S Railroad Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047302101 | Website available
4Kings Mountain Gateway Trail
807 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Website available
5The Pinnacle Overlook
Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Where to Eat in Kings Mountain
1Hardee's
509 E King St, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047503463 | Website available
2Bojangles
218 Cleveland Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047300206 | Website available
3Waffle House
102 Holiday Inn Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047390138 | Website available
4KFC
409 E King St, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047396911 | Website available
5Subway
105 York Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047344782 | Website available
Where to Stay in Kings Mountain
1Quality Inn
722 York Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, United States View details
Phone: +17047397070 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Kings Mountain
1City of Kings Mountain City Hall
101 W Gold St, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 View details
Phone: +17047340333 | Website available
2Kings Mountain Building & Zoning
1013 N Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 View details
Phone: +17047344599 | Website available
People born in Kings Mountain (13)
People born in Kings Mountain, including singer-songwriter Jimmy Wayne, basketball player, born 1949 George Adams, volleyball player Shonda Cole, .
More notable people
- Glenn Dunaway (American racing driver) he was born in 06/07/1914
- Kevin Mack (American football player) he was born in 09/08/1962
- Laura Moss (American actress) she was born in 01/11/1973
- Tim Moore (American politician) he was born in 02/10/1970
- Jake Early (professional baseball player) he was born in 19/05/1915
- Madisyn Shipman (American actress) she was born in 20/11/2002
- John Henry Moss (American politician) he was born in 10/11/1918
- Donald M. Hayes (American physician, medical school professor, and researcher) he was born in 06/11/1928
- Will Wilson (American baseball player) he was born in 21/07/1998
- Hal England (American actor) he was born in 02/10/1932
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Kings Mountain, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198321 | Cleveland Community College | Shelby (NC) | 28152-6224 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Kings Mountain, 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 Kings Mountain.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Mountain Post Office | Kings Mountain (NC) | 28086 |
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 |
| 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 |
| Waco | 319 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Mooresboro | 316 | Human settlement in Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Kings Mountain distances to largest North Carolina cities