Laurel Park, NC is a small town located in Henderson County with a population of 2,663 people and a population density of 835 people per square mile. This makes it one of the most densely populated towns in the county. The town is home to many local businesses such as the Laurel Park Shopping Center, which offers a variety of stores and restaurants, along with other specialty shops. Year-round outdoor activities can be enjoyed at nearby Lake Lure or along sections of the Appalachian Trail that run through the area. Other organizations such as the Laurel Civic Association host various events throughout the year and work to preserve local history. Finally, there are several sports teams and events hosted by local schools including basketball games at Hendersonville High School and football games at East Henderson High School.
The population in Laurel Park is 2,663. There are 951 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Laurel Park is 59.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Laurel Park is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Laurel Park
- 62.7% are married
- 13.7% are divorced
- 19.6% are married with children
- 5.4% have children, but are single
Race in Laurel Park
- 86.0% are White
- 1.2% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 11.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander