Rich Square, North Carolina is a small, rural town with a population of 1,933 as of 2020. The population density in Rich Square is 22 people per square mile, which is much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Rich Square is a close-knit community that offers several local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations, and sporting events.
Some of the local businesses in Rich Square include J & J Tax Services LLC., TLC Barber Shop Co., and Floral Expressions by Betty Smith. Residents can also enjoy several nature trails nearby perfect for hiking or biking like Sheppard’s Trail and Bells Ferry Trail. There are also many family-friendly activities like painting classes at Brush & Cork Art Studio or mini golf at Little Creek Golf Center. Organizations like the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts offer enrichment opportunities for children as well as a local Rotary Club that hosts events throughout the year to benefit the community. Rich Square High School sports teams also provide entertainment to residents every fall and winter with football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, baseball and track seasons.
The population in Rich Square (zip 27869) is 1,933. There are 24 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rich Square (zip 27869) is 59.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rich Square (zip 27869) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rich Square (zip 27869)
- 42.9% are married
- 7.8% are divorced
- 3.3% are married with children
- 45.4% have children, but are single
Race in Rich Square (zip 27869)
- 32.4% are White
- 65.4% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander