Cities & Towns in Rowan County, NC

Rowan County, county in North Carolina, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 142,495 inhabitants. The county was created 271 years ago in 1753. Its county seat is Salisbury.

There are 11 city/town in Rowan County, NC. The largest city of Rowan County is Salisbury with a population of 33,821. Other cities include, China Grove population 4,249, Franklin population 3,619, Spencer population 3,260, Landis population 3,148

Salisbury
Salisbury

Salisbury, City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States

China Grove
China Grove

China Grove, Town in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States

Franklin
Franklin

Franklin, Town in North Carolina, United States

Nestled in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, Rowan County is home to a mix of small towns and urban centers. With a population of around 140,000, it is one of the more populous counties in the state. The county seat and largest city is Salisbury, which has a population of around 34,000. Salisbury serves as an economic and cultural hub for the region, with a vibrant downtown, diverse industries, and attractions like the North Carolina Transportation Museum.

Some of the other notable cities and towns in Rowan County include China Grove, Landis, Rockwell, Spencer, East Spencer, Cleveland, Faith, Granite Quarry, and Mount Ulla. Each community has its own unique character and local highlights. China Grove boasts antique stores and historic homes. Landis is home to the Carolina Gold Cycling Classic. Quaint downtown Spencer offers shops and restaurants in vintage buildings. East Spencer contains the Hall House, an important African American cultural site. And Cleveland, Faith, and Mount Ulla provide quiet small town living.

With growing industries, a rich history, and community pride, the cities and towns of Rowan County offer residents and visitors alike an inviting place to live, work, and play. This post will take a deeper look at what makes each municipality in Rowan County special.

All Rowan County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rowan County.

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City Name Title Population
China Grove Town in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States 4,249
Cleveland Township in Rowan County, North Carolina 875
East Spencer City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States of America 1,556
Enochville Township in Rowan County, North Carolina 2,925
Faith Human settlement in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States of America 802
Franklin Town in North Carolina, United States 3,619
Granite Quarry Town in North Carolina, USA 3,002
Landis City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States of America 3,148
Rockwell Village in North Carolina 2,166
Salisbury City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States 33,821
Spencer Town in North Carolina 3,260
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