Scotland County Map, North Carolina
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Scotland County, North Carolina
Scotland County is in the southern part of North Carolina, right on the South Carolina border. It’s named after the country of Scotland, reflecting the area’s Scottish heritage.
In fact, there’s an annual Highland Games festival that celebrates Scottish culture with bagpipes, kilts, and caber tossing. Laurinburg is the county seat and largest town. It was once home to John Charles McNeill, North Carolina’s first poet laureate.
Agriculture plays a big role in the local economy. Cotton and soybeans are major crops. St. Andrews University is known for its equestrian program, situated right in Laurinburg.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Scotland County |
| County Seat | Laurinburg |
| Population | Approximately 35,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Laurinburg, Wagram, Gibson, Maxton |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 74, U.S. Route 401, U.S. Route 501 |
| FIPS Code | 37-165 |
| Total Area | 319 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Richmond County (Northwest), Moore County (North), Hoke County (Northeast), Marlboro County, South Carolina (Southwest), Robeson County (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.7842° N, 79.4549° W |
| Etymology | Named after country of Scotland |
| Major Landmarks | Scotland County Historical Museum, Laurinburg Mill |
| Website | Scotland County Website |
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