Richmond County Map, North Carolina

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Richmond County, North Carolina

Situated in the Sandhills region of south-central North Carolina, Richmond County is unique. The county has deep roots in stock car racing. Many NASCAR legends hail from here.
Rockingham is the county seat and was once a textile powerhouse. Today, it’s reinventing itself. Visitors love the nearby Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge. It’s a sanctuary for birds and other wildlife.
The area’s sandy soil is perfect for growing peaches so local farms produce some of the sweetest fruit you’ll ever taste. Richmond County has a strong military connection. Nearby Fort Bragg brings economic benefits.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Richmond County |
County Seat | Rockingham |
Population | Approximately 44,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Rockingham, Hamlet, Ellerbe, Cordova |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 74, U.S. Route 220 |
FIPS Code | 37-153 |
Total Area | 474 square miles (land and water) |
Adjacent Counties | Montgomery County (North), Moore County (Northeast), Anson County (West), Marlboro County, South Carolina (South), Scotland County (Southeast) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
State | North Carolina |
Coordinates | 34.9306° N, 79.7715° W |
Etymology | Named after Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Richmond |
Major Landmarks | Richmond County Museum, Lake Norman |
Website | Richmond County Website |
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