Prospect, North Carolina
Prospect: census-designated place in Robeson County, North Carolina.
About
Prospect is a township located in the county of Robeson in the U.S. state of North Carolina. After -10 years in 2000 city had an estimated population of 690 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Prospect
| Population | 981 (2000) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Robeson County |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.7332,-79.2298 |
| Altitude | 190 feet / 58 meters |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 07:20:47 (15th October 2026) |
| Weather | 89℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Prospect is located at 34°43'60"N 79°13'47"W (34.7332200, -79.2297600).
Prospect map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 690 | - |
People born in Prospect (1)
American politician Adolph Dial was born in Prospect
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Prospect, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199281 | University of North Carolina at Pembroke | Pembroke (NC) | 28372-1510 |
| 199476 | Robeson Community College | Lumberton (NC) | 28360 |
| 199698 | St. Andrews University | Laurinburg (NC) | 28352 |
| 461032 | Carolina College of Biblical Studies | Fayetteville (NC) | 28303-5157 |
| 461528 | Grace College of Divinity | Fayetteville (NC) | 28314-2343 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Prospect, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIL | Dillon | 100 North Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| HAM | Hamlet | West Main St. and North Bridges St. | RAIL |
| FAY | Fayetteville | 472 Hay Street | RAIL |
| SOP | Southern Pines | 235 Northwest Broad Street | RAIL |
| FLO | Florence | 805 East Day Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Prospect.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pembrok Post Office | Pembroke (NC) | 28372 |
| Red Spring Post Office | Red Springs (NC) | 28377 |
| Maxton Post Office | Maxton (NC) | 28364 |
| Shannon Post Office | Shannon (NC) | 28386 |
| Rex Post Office | Rex (NC) | 28378 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Prospect, Connecticut town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. with a population of 9,755 people.
- Prospect, Kentucky city in Kentucky. with a population of 4,842 people.
- Prospect, Kansas township in Butler County, Kansas. with a population of 2,402 people.
- Prospect, Pennsylvania township in Butler County, Kansas. with a population of 1,135 people.
Other cities in Robeson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Robeson County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lumberton | 20,239 | County seat in North Carolina |
| Red Springs | 3,237 | City in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Pembroke | 2,942 | Town in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States |
| Fairmont | 2,580 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Maxton | 2,332 | City in North Carolina, United States of America |
| Saint Pauls | 2,290 | Town in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States |