Oakboro, NC is a small town located in Stanly County. With a population of 2,319 people and a population density of 785 people per square mile, the town offers a laid-back atmosphere and many year-round outdoor activities. For example, Oakboro has several parks including Central Park and Schronce Creek Jacks, offering plenty of room to enjoy nature or take part in a variety of outdoor sports. The town also boasts several local organizations such as the Oakboro Lions Club and the Stanly County Historical Society. There are also many local businesses ranging from restaurants like Charley's Grilled Subs to retailers like Adair Automotive Supply. Local sporting events in Oakboro include high school football games at West Stanly High School and youth sports teams organized by the Oakboro Youth Athletic Association.
The population in Oakboro is 2,319. There are 944 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Oakboro is 40.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Oakboro is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Oakboro
- 55.0% are married
- 6.4% are divorced
- 40.7% are married with children
- 7.3% have children, but are single
Race in Oakboro
- 74.1% are White
- 15.0% are Black
- 2.0% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander