Rowan County Map, North Carolina, USA

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Map of Rowan County - Rowan County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Rowan County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Rowan County located in the map, major cities in Rowan county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Rowan County, North Carolina

About Rowan County, North Carolina

Rowan County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Salisbury. As per 2020 census, the population of Rowan County is 148150 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 524 sq mi (1,357 km2). Rowan County was established on 1753.

Facts about Rowan County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionPiedmont / Central North Carolina
County SeatSalisbury
Named AfterMatthew Rowan, Acting Governor of North Carolina
Established1753 (from part of Anson County)
Coordinates~35.67° N, 80.47° W
Total Area~524 sq mi
Land Area~520 sq mi
Water Area~4 sq mi
Population (2020)~146,875
Estimated Population (2025)~150,000
Population Rank (NC)~25th largest county
Largest CitySalisbury
Main Towns & CommunitiesSalisbury, China Grove, Spencer, Kannapolis (part), Landis, Rockwell, East Spencer, Faith, Granite Quarry, Mount Ulla
Main IndustriesManufacturing, Agriculture, Services, Education, Healthcare
Major Geographic FeaturesYadkin River, High Rock Lake, Piedmont terrain
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00 / −04:00 DST)
Known ForHistoric Salisbury, North Carolina Transportation Museum, Old Stone House, Civil War history & cultural heritage
Websitehttps://www.rowancountync.gov

Top Attractions in Rowan County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Salisbury – Shops, dining, and historic buildings.
  • North Carolina Transportation Museum – Trains and transportation exhibits.
  • Dan Nicholas Park – Zoo, amusement rides, and trails.
  • Latta Plantation – Historic home and gardens.
  • Randy Parton Theater – Live performances and concerts.
  • F&M Park – Recreation and walking trails.
  • Rowan Museum – Local history exhibits.
  • Old Stone House – Historic architecture and museum.
  • Riegelwood Park – Outdoor activities and picnics.
  • Davie-Loudon Park – Community recreation space.

Cities & Towns in Rowan County, North Carolina

China Grove, Landis, Rockwell, Salisbury, Spencer, Faith, Gold Hill, Granite Quarry, Mount Ulla, Cleveland