Gates, NC County is a quiet rural community located in North Carolina with a population of 10,584. The county has a population density of 34 people per square mile, which is lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Gates offers plenty to do for those looking to explore the area. Popular local businesses include Ace Hardware and Speedway Grocery Store. Year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, and hiking can be found at nearby parks like Flatty Creek Park and Wiccacon Park. For those looking for other organizations to get involved in or attend events at, there are multiple churches in the area including Gate's Community Church and El Bethel Chapel. There are also several sporting events held throughout the year including Gates County Nighthawks football games and baseball games at Gates County High School.
The population in Gates County is 10,584. There are 31 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gates County is 47, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gates County is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gates County
- 50.9% are married
- 9.8% are divorced
- 26.2% are married with children
- 15.3% have children, but are single
Race in Gates County
- 62.5% are White
- 32.9% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.9% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 0.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander