Star, North Carolina
Star: town in North Carolina, United States
About
Star is a town located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 876 and a population density of 262 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 849 inhabitants.
The town was created 136 years ago in 1889.
Quick Facts about Star
| Population | 849 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Postal code | 27356 |
| Phone Area Codes | 910 |
| Area | 3.35 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4021,-79.7842 |
| Altitude | 643 feet / 196 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1890 (136 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:39:42 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 254 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.18% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 90℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Star is located at 35°24'7"N 79°47'3"W (35.4020800, -79.7842000).
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Official website of Star
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Star decreased by 3.18% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 876 | - | census |
| 2011 | 871 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 866 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 862 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 857 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 859 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 854 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 850 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 846 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 849 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 849 | 0% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Star
1Star Town Hall
454 S Main St, Star, NC 27356 View details
Phone: +19104284623 | Website available
People born in Star (1)
U.S. military veteran Elizabeth Shamburger was born in Star
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Star, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 199023 | Montgomery Community College | Troy (NC) | 27371 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Star, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOP | Southern Pines | 235 Northwest Broad Street | RAIL |
| HAM | Hamlet | West Main St. and North Bridges St. | RAIL |
| LEX | Lexington | Center St. and railroad tracks | RAIL |
| HPT | High Point | 100 West High St | RAIL |
| SAL | Salisbury | Depot and Liberty Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Star.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Star Post Office | Star (NC) | 27356 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Star, Idaho city in Ada County, Idaho, United States with a population of 10,532 people.
- Star, Michigan township in Alger County, Michigan with a population of 924 people.
Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Troy | 3,293 | City in North Carolina, United States |
| Biscoe | 1,707 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Mount Gilead | 1,180 | Township in Montgomery County, North Carolina |
| Candor | 817 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, North Carolina, United States of America |