Gold Hill
Census-designated place in Rowan County, North Carolina

Gold Hill is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Rowan County, North Carolina, with 372 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 761 ft (232 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Rockwell, 4.2 miles NW.
- 372residents (2020 Census)
- 761 ftelevation · 232 m
- 2.5 sq miland area · 6.4 km²
- 150 / sq mipopulation density
- 28071ZIP code
About Gold Hill
Gold Hill is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in southeastern Rowan County, North Carolina, United States, near the Cabarrus County line. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 372. It is situated near the Yadkin River and is served by U.S. Highway 52 and Old Beatty Ford Road.
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Living in Gold Hill
- Median household income
- $73,187
- Median home value
- $279,600
- Median age
- 27.3
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Gold Hill had 372 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 372 |
|---|---|
| Density | 150 per sq mi (58 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gold Hill at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Rowan County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 372 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.49 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km²) |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5186° N, 80.3475° W |
| ZIP code | 28071 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3726800 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Gold Hill
- Rockwell4.2 mi NW
- Misenheimer4.5 mi SE
- Richfield5.9 mi SE
- Faith7.9 mi NW
- Granite Quarry8.7 mi NW
- New London9.2 mi SE
- Mount Pleasant9.8 mi SW
- Southmont10.0 mi NE
- Millingport10.0 mi S
- East Spencer11.9 mi N
- Salisbury13.0 mi NW
- Spencer13.2 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Gold Hill
What county is Gold Hill in?
Gold Hill is in Rowan County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Gold Hill, NC?
372 people lived in Gold Hill at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gold Hill, NC?
The ZIP code of Gold Hill is 28071.
What is the elevation of Gold Hill?
761 feet (232 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gold Hill?
Rockwell (4.2 mi), Misenheimer (4.5 mi), Richfield (5.9 mi), Faith (7.9 mi), Granite Quarry (8.7 mi).
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