Wallace, North Carolina

Coordinates: 34°44′16″N 77°59′26″W / 34.73778°N 77.99056°W / 34.73778; -77.99056
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Wallace, North Carolina
Town
Official seal of Wallace, North Carolina
Seal
Motto: 
"Pleasant...Progressive...Prosperous"
Wallace is located in North Carolina
Wallace
Wallace
Location within the state of North Carolina
Coordinates: 34°44′16″N 77°59′26″W / 34.73778°N 77.99056°W / 34.73778; -77.99056
CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
CountiesDuplin, Pender
Area
[1]
 • Total3.19 sq mi (8.27 km2)
 • Land3.19 sq mi (8.27 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[2]
52 ft (16 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total3,413
 • Density1,068.57/sq mi (412.64/km2)
Time zoneUTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
28466
Area codes910, 472
FIPS code37-70720[3]
GNIS feature ID2406822[2]
Websitewww.townofwallace.com

Wallace is a town in Duplin and Pender counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The population was 3,883 at the 2020 census.[4] The Pender County portion of Wallace is part of the Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town of Wallace was first known as Duplin Crossroads and was incorporated into existence in 1873. Later in 1899, the town fathers decided to adopt the new name, Wallace, to honor Stephen D. Wallace, an official of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. Wallace is Duplin County's largest population and retail trade center serving over 50,000 people in a surrounding three county area.[5]

SouthPark, an industrial park, is open near I-40 in Wallace. Low tax rates are an incentive to industry and business considering the Wallace area.

The Wallace Airport, Henderson Field, serves to make Wallace more accessible. The airport offers a 4,000 foot paved and lighted runway with a navigational beacon.

History[edit]

The W. Stokes Boney House, Isaac M. Powers House, and Wallace Commercial Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[6]

Geography[edit]

Wallace is located in southern Duplin County and the town limits extend south into Pender County.

U.S. Route 117 passes through the center of town, leading north 19 miles (31 km) to Warsaw and south 15 miles (24 km) to Burgaw. North Carolina Highway 41 crosses US 117 in the center of Wallace, and leads northeast 14 miles (23 km) to Chinquapin and west 14 miles (23 km) to Harrells. Interstate 40 passes east of Wallace, with access from Exit 390 (US 117 4 miles (6 km) south of town) and Exit 385 (NC 41 3 miles (5 km) east of town). I-40 leads south 44 miles (71 km) to Wilmington and north 89 miles (143 km) to Raleigh.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.1 square miles (7.9 km2), all land.[7]

Demographics[edit]

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1890119—
190021883.2%
1910444103.7%
192064845.9%
193073413.3%
19401,05043.1%
19501,62254.5%
19602,28540.9%
19702,90527.1%
19802,903−0.1%
19902,9391.2%
20003,34413.8%
20103,88016.0%
20203,413−12.0%
U.S. Decennial Census[8]

2020 census[edit]

Wallace racial composition[9]
Race Number Percentage
White (non-Hispanic) 1,426 41.78%
Black or African American (non-Hispanic) 835 24.47%
Native American 20 0.59%
Asian 14 0.41%
Other/Mixed 76 2.23%
Hispanic or Latino 1,042 30.53%

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,413 people, 1,492 households, and 833 families residing in the town.

2000 census[edit]

As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 3,344 people, 1,329 households, and 862 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,299.5 inhabitants per square mile (501.7/km2). There were 1,440 housing units at an average density of 559.6 per square mile (216.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 55.65% White, 28.26% African American, 0.06% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 14.06% from other races, and 1.73% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18.18% of the population.

There were 1,329 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the town, the age distribution of the population shows 23.6% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,422, and the median income for a family was $33,413. Males had a median income of $29,226 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,380. About 18.8% of families and 23.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.6% of those under age 18 and 26.1% of those age 65 or over.

Population Growth[edit]

Mayor Wells called upon Planning Director Rod Fritz to brief the Council on rezoning 150 acres south of Wallace in the community of Willard of Pender County. The Planning Board unanimously approved this rezoning request. This area of Willard will now become a part of Wallace and the site of hundreds of new homes built in a new subdivision near exit 390 overpass of Interstate 40[10]. Council Member Brinkley made a motion to establish a public hearing on March 14, 2024 for the rezoning of property on Hwy 11, that was seconded by Council Member Rivas-Diaz and approved unanimously. This hearing will discuss the potential development of hundreds of new homes in the Tin City area of Wallace[11].

Communities[edit]

Tin City[edit]

Tin City / Town Center median real estate price is $342,217, which is more expensive than 60.8% of the neighborhoods in North Carolina and 49.8% of the neighborhoods in the U.S. The average rental price in Tin City / Town Center is currently $1,073, based on NeighborhoodScout's exclusive analysis. Rents here are currently lower in price than 95.3% of North Carolina neighborhoods. Tin City / Town Center is a rural neighborhood (based on population density) located in Wallace, North Carolina. Tin City / Town Center real estate is primarily made up of medium sized (three or four bedroom) to small (studio to two bedroom) single-family homes and small apartment buildings. Most of the residential real estate is occupied by a mixture of owners and renters. Many of the residences in the Tin City / Town Center neighborhood are established but not old, having been built between 1970 and 1999. A number of residences were also built between 1940 and 1969. Home and apartment vacancy rates are 7.2% in Tin City / Town Center. Neighborhood Scout analysis shows that this rate is lower than 52.8% of the neighborhoods in the nation, approximately near the middle range for vacancies[12].

River Landing[edit]

Tucked away near the coast of Eastern NC is a picture-perfect and vibrant community for those who are retired, starting a family, and everyone in between. Complete with world-class Club amenities, two 18-hole championship golf courses, a beautiful Clubhouse, glistening heated outdoor pool, expansive homesites, and scenic walking and biking trails there is something for everyone[13].

Northeast[edit]

Northeast is home to the Northeast Volunteer Fire Department that provides fire and accident assistance to the citizens of unincorporated community of Wallace, Duplin County, North Carolina and surrounding rural areas[14].

Rockfish[edit]

Rockfish is a township located in Wallace, Duplin County, North Carolina with a population of 1,667[15].

Island Creek[edit]

Island Creek is a township located in Wallace, Duplin County, North Carolina[16].

Deep Bottom / Pin Hook[edit]

Pinhook/Deep Bottom is a peaceful, rural neighborhood in Wallace. The area is known for its lush landscapes and friendly, welcoming residents[17].

Military[edit]

Matthew R. Walker & James N. Mattis
Matthew R. Walker, a resident of Wallace[18] and Army Veteran, pictured with former United States Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis[19]

Wallace is home to hundreds of Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. In 2022, an estimated 13.6% of the population were military veterans[20]. There are eight military bases in North Carolina[21] and Wallace is less the a two-hour drive from all eight bases.

Wallace used to be the location of an armory and detachment of the North Carolina National Guard's 1st Battalion, 120th Infantry Regiment. On June 29, 2016, the armory was transferred to the town of Wallace. After 55 years of service, it started a new mission of serving as the public works facility for the town of Wallace[22].

Schools[edit]

  • Wallace-Rose Hill High School (9-12) (Teachey, NC)[23]
  • Wallace Elementary School (Pre-K-8)[24]
  • New Hope Christian Academy[25]
  • Wallace Christian Academy[26]

Attractions[edit]

  • Carolina Strawberry Festival[27]
  • Boney Mill Pond[28]
  • Historic Depot[29]
  • The Wallace Community Center at the Historic Wallace Woman's Club Building[30]
  • The Wanoca Outdoor Theatre[31]
  • The Stockyard[32]

Notable people[edit]

Radio stations[edit]

  • 710 AM / 100.5 FM WKOO KIX FM – Country & Dance Hits (AM tower in Rose Hill on Highway 117, FM tower near River Landing in Wallace)
  • 90.9 FM WGXO Go Mix! – Southern gospel (tower located near River Landing in Wallace, operates on same tower as 100.5 FM)
  • 94.3 FM WZKB La Mega – Regional Mexican (tower located near Stockyards in Wallace)

Transportation[edit]

Wallace is home to Henderson Field Airport a public airport located one mile (2 km) southwest of the central business district (CBD) of Wallace. The airport is undergoing expansion operations and continues to grow and improve through many projects that have taken place in recent years to enhance the airport’s ability to serve the surrounding community.[35]

Wallace was included as a potential passenger rail stop in the 2024 Southeastern North Carolina Passenger Rail Feasibility Study to reestablish the passenger rail link from Raleigh to Wilmington. It’s been more than 50 years since passenger rail linked Wilmington and Raleigh[36].

References[edit]

  1. ^ "ArcGIS REST Services Directory". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 20, 2022.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Wallace, North Carolina
  3. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ "Wallace, NC | Data USA". datausa.io. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
  5. ^ dcadmin76TR (June 22, 2018). "Wallace | Duplin County NC". www.duplincountync.com. Retrieved May 6, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  6. ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  7. ^ "Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Wallace town, North Carolina". U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 1, 2015.
  8. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  9. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 24, 2021.
  10. ^ "TOWN OF WALLACE MONTHLY TOWN COUNCIL MEETING" (PDF). Town of Wallace. March 14, 2024.
  11. ^ "TOWN OF WALLACE MONTHLY TOWN COUNCIL MEETING" (PDF). Town of Wallace. February 8, 2024. Retrieved May 5, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  12. ^ "Tin City & Town Center Wallace, NC 28466, Neighborhood Profile - NeighborhoodScout". www.neighborhoodscout.com. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  13. ^ "Homepage". River Landing. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  14. ^ "Northeast Volunteer Fire Department | Wallace, NC | Cause IQ". www.causeiq.com. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  15. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  16. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  17. ^ Nextdoor. "Pinhook/Deep Bottom, Wallace | News, Crime, Lost Pets, Free Stuff". nextdoor.com. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  18. ^ "Walker REIG | Reinvesting in our Local Community". Walker REIG. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  19. ^ "James N. Mattis". U.S. Department of Defense. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  20. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  21. ^ "North Carolina Military Bases | MilitaryBases.com". Military Bases. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  22. ^ "NC Guard Armory Transferred to the Town of Wallace". DVIDS. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  23. ^ "Our Schools / School Directory". www.duplinschools.net. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  24. ^ "Our Schools / School Directory". www.duplinschools.net. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  25. ^ "Home". New Hope Christian Academy. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  26. ^ "Home". Wallace Christian Ac. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  27. ^ "Visitors – Town Of Wallace". Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  28. ^ "Visitors – Town Of Wallace". Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  29. ^ "Visitors – Town Of Wallace". Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  30. ^ "Visitors – Town Of Wallace". Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  31. ^ "Visitors – Town Of Wallace". Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  32. ^ david-old (June 13, 2011). "The Stockyard". NC Folk. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  33. ^ Nate Irving Stats. Pro-Football-Reference. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
  34. ^ The Carolina Times. (Durham, N.C.). newspapers.digitalnc.org. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
  35. ^ Dickson, WK (April 12, 2016). "Airport Layout Plan Update" (PDF). Town of Wallace.
  36. ^ "Rail study estimates Wilmington-to-Raleigh passenger service would be $810M, connects through Goldsboro". Port City Daily. April 23, 2024. Retrieved May 5, 2024.

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