High Point, North Carolina
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| High Point, North Carolina | |
|---|---|
| Name | High Point |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | The Home Furnishings Capital of the World |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision name1 | North Carolina |
| Subdivision name2 | Guilford |
| Established title | Settled |
| Established date | 1859 |
| Established title1 | Incorporated |
| Established date1 | 1859 |
| Government type | Council–Manager |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Jay Wagner |
| Leader title1 | City Manager |
| Leader name1 | Tasha Logan Ford |
| Area total km2 | 146.84 |
| Area total sq mi | 56.70 |
| Area land km2 | 146.09 |
| Area land sq mi | 56.41 |
| Area water km2 | 0.75 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.29 |
| Elevation m | 286 |
| Elevation ft | 938 |
| Population total | 114,059 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density km2 | 780.7 |
| Population density sq mi | 2022.2 |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | −5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | −4 |
| Coordinates | 35, 58, 15, N... |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 27260-27265 |
| Area code | 336 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 37-31400 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1020675 |
| Website | www.highpointnc.gov |
High Point, North Carolina is a prominent city in the Piedmont region of North Carolina and a core component of the Piedmont Triad metropolitan area. Incorporated in 1859, its name derives from its location at the highest point on the former North Carolina Railroad line between Goldboro and Charlotte. The city is globally recognized as a major center for the furniture and textile manufacturing sectors, hosting the world's largest furnishings industry trade show, the High Point Market.
History
The area was originally inhabited by indigenous peoples including the Keyauwee and Saura. European settlement began in the mid-18th century, with the community developing around a tavern operated by John Haley. The city's official founding is tied to the 1859 completion of the North Carolina Railroad, which selected the highest elevation point on its route for a depot. Following the American Civil War, industrialists like John H. Tate and Thomas Wrenn established early cotton mills, laying the foundation for manufacturing. The 20th century saw explosive growth in furniture manufacturing, with companies like High Point Furniture Industries and the establishment of the Southern Furniture Exposition Building in 1921, cementing its international reputation.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 56.70 square miles, with the vast majority being land. It is situated in central Guilford County, adjacent to Archdale and near the larger cities of Greensboro and Winston-Salem. The city's topography is characterized by rolling hills, with its highest natural point reaching approximately 1,000 feet above sea level. Major waterways include Oak Hollow Lake, a reservoir created by damming Boulding Branch, and Deep River.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 114,059, making it the ninth-largest city in North Carolina. The racial and ethnic composition is diverse, with significant populations of African American, Hispanic or Latino, and Asian residents. The city is home to several institutions of higher learning that contribute to its demographic profile, including High Point University and a campus of the Guilford Technical Community College. The population density is approximately 2,022 people per square mile.
Economy
The economy is historically and predominantly driven by the furniture and home furnishings industry, anchored by the bi-annual High Point Market which attracts tens of thousands of international buyers and exhibitors. Major global furniture companies, including La-Z-Boy and Bassett Furniture, maintain significant operations or showrooms. Other important sectors include logistics, advanced manufacturing, and health care, with major employers like Cone Health and Thomas Built Buses. The city also hosts the headquarters of the United Furniture Industries and is a center for textile manufacturing.
Culture and recreation
The city is known for its numerous public parks, including the expansive City Lake Park and the Oak Hollow Festival Park which hosts major events like the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival, honoring the legendary saxophonist and city native John Coltrane. Cultural institutions include the High Point Museum, which chronicles local history, and the High Point Theatre, a performing arts venue. The High Point Rockers, a professional baseball team, play at Truist Point stadium. Annual events such as the Spring Festival and Christmas in the City draw large community participation.
Government
The city operates under a council-manager system. The legislative body is the High Point City Council, composed of a mayor and eight council members elected from specific wards. The council appoints a professional city manager to oversee daily administrative operations. The city provides a full range of municipal services, including its own High Point Police Department and High Point Fire Department. It is part of North Carolina's 6th congressional district for federal representation and falls within the jurisdiction of the Guilford County Superior Court.
Category:Cities in North Carolina Category:Guilford County, North Carolina Category:Piedmont Triad