Where is Mooresville Located? - Mooresville is a city located in the Iredell County of North Carolina, United States. Mooresville lies between 36.8222261 Degrees North latitudes and 107.9928455 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Mooresville Located?
Mooresville is a city located in the Iredell County of North Carolina, United States. Mooresville lies between 36.8222261 Degrees North latitudes and 107.9928455 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Mooresville city is 50193 people and the city has a total area of 24.61 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Mooresville, North Carolina Quick Facts
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Mooresville |
| County | Iredell County |
| State | North Carolina |
| State Capital | Raleigh |
| US Region | South Atlantic |
| Latitude | 35.5849° N |
| Longitude | 80.8101° W |
| Elevation | 850 ft (259 m) |
| Land Area | 24.84 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.22 sq mi |
| Total Area | 25.06 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 50,193 |
| Population Density | Approximately 2,021 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 28115, 28117 |
| Area Code | 704, 980 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 37-44440 |
| Congressional District | North Carolina's 10th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Mooresville
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charlotte Douglas International Airport |
| IATA Code | CLT |
| Port | Port of Charleston (regional access) |
| Major Highways | Interstate 77, U.S. Highway 21, U.S. Highway 150, North Carolina Highway 152 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Nearest Amtrak service available in Charlotte |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) nearby; local transportation services |
- Interstate 77 – Major north–south interstate connecting Mooresville with Charlotte, Statesville, and Virginia.
- U.S. Highway 21 – Historic route providing connections through the Piedmont region.
- U.S. Highway 150 – Regional highway connecting Mooresville with surrounding communities.
- North Carolina Highway 152 – Local route serving eastern Iredell County areas.
Top Places to Visit in Mooresville, North Carolina
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Lake Norman | Lake Recreation Area |
| North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame | Museum |
| Mooresville Historic District | Historic District |
| Lazy 5 Ranch | Wildlife Park |
| Lake Norman State Park | State Park |
| Memory Lane Museum | Automotive Museum |
| Downtown Mooresville | Shopping and Historic Area |
| Mooresville Golf Course | Golf Course |
| Liberty Park | Park |
| George Pappas Victory Lanes | Entertainment Venue |
Driving Distances from Mooresville, North Carolina to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statesville | North Carolina | 20 | 25 minutes |
| Charlotte | North Carolina | 25 | 35 minutes |
| Huntersville | North Carolina | 12 | 20 minutes |
| Concord | North Carolina | 30 | 40 minutes |
| Kannapolis | North Carolina | 30 | 40 minutes |
| Gastonia | North Carolina | 50 | 1 hour |
| Greensboro | North Carolina | 95 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Winston-Salem | North Carolina | 70 | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Raleigh | North Carolina | 170 | 2 hours 45 minutes |
| Asheville | North Carolina | 120 | 2 hours |
Colleges and Universities in Mooresville, North Carolina
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Community College | Public | Community College | Associate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Public | University | Research, engineering, and business programs |
| Davidson College | Private | College | Liberal arts education |
| Central Piedmont Community College | Public | Community College | Career and technical education |
| Queens University of Charlotte | Private | University | Business, communication, and arts programs |
Waterbodies in Mooresville, North Carolina
Lake Norman, Catawba River, Rocky Creek, Lake Davidson, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake, Cornelius Creek, McCrary Creek.
Stadiums in Mooresville
Mooresville High School Stadium, Lake Norman High School Stadium, Mooresville Golf Course, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Bank of America Stadium.
Mooresville, North Carolina — Key Historical Facts
- Mooresville was founded in the nineteenth century and incorporated in 1873, developing around the growth of the railroad industry.
- The town was named after John Franklin Moore, an early settler and landowner who contributed to the community's development.
- Mooresville became known as a textile manufacturing center during the twentieth century, with cotton mills playing an important role in the local economy.
- The city later gained recognition as a major center for NASCAR racing teams and motorsports-related businesses.
- Today, Mooresville is known for its lakefront communities, motorsports industry, growing economy, and location within the Charlotte metropolitan area.
References
- Town of Mooresville
- Iredell County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Mitchell Community College
- Visit North Carolina
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