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Moving to Aberdeen, North Carolina

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The current estimated population of Aberdeen is 8,325, with 48% male and 52% female. The town has seen modest growth due to its proximity to the larger city of Pinehurst and the appeal of its suburban-rural blend.

City Facts:

  • Founded: 1888
  • County: Moore County
  • Land Area: 6.2 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,343 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 910
  • Zip Code: 28315

Geography and Location Overview: Aberdeen is located in the Sandhills region of North Carolina, about 30 miles southwest of Fayetteville and adjacent to the renowned golfing community of Pinehurst. Known for its picturesque downtown and historic train depot, Aberdeen combines small-town charm with modern suburban amenities. The town is surrounded by forests and gently rolling hills, with longleaf pines dominating the landscape. Its economy is supported by its proximity to Pinehurst’s tourism and golf industry, as well as local businesses. Aberdeen is a growing community, offering residents a peaceful, family-friendly environment while being close to the amenities of larger cities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.8 years
Median household income: $31,911
Median house value: $95,500

Population by Race

Races in Aberdeen:

  • White Non-Hispanic (71.4%)
  • Black (21.8%)
  • Hispanic (4.0%)
  • Other race (1.8%)
  • American Indian (1.5%)
  • Two or more races (1.3%)
  • Chinese (0.7%)

Ancestries: English (12.9%), German (12.8%), United States (11.1%), Irish (10.8%), Italian (3.1%), Scotch-Irish (3.1%).

Elevation: 339 feet

Land area: 6.2 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Aberdeen

  • High school or higher: 81.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 21.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.7%
  • Unemployed: 6.6%
  • Mean travel time to work: 18.8 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Aberdeen town

  • Never married: 20.4%
  • Now married: 50.0%
  • Separated: 4.1%
  • Widowed: 11.0%
  • Divorced: 14.6%

2.3% Foreign born (1.0% Latin America, 0.9% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: +501 (+17.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Aberdeen:

  • FIRSTHEALTH MOORE REGIONAL HOSPITAL (about 5 miles; PINEHURST, NC)
  • SCOTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 25 miles; LAURINBURG, NC)
  • SANDHILLS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 26 miles; HAMLET, NC)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Aberdeen:

  • MOORE COUNTY (about 8 miles; PINEHURST/SOUTHERN PINES, NC; Abbreviation: SOP)
  • POPE AFB (about 30 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, NC; Abbreviation: POB)
  • FAYETTEVILLE REGIONAL/GRANNIS FIELD (about 41 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, NC; Abbreviation: FAY)

Other public-use airports nearest to Aberdeen:

  • P K AIRPARK (about 19 miles; RAEFORD, NC; Abbreviation: 5W4)
  • LAURINBURG-MAXTON (about 25 miles; MAXTON, NC; Abbreviation: MEB)
  • ROCKINGHAM-HAMLET (about 29 miles; ROCKINGHAM, NC; Abbreviation: 45J)

Amtrak station near Aberdeen:

  • 4 miles: SOUTHERN PINES (N. WEST BROAD ST.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Aberdeen:

  • CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 29 miles; SANFORD, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,400)
  • FAYETTEVILLE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 34 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 4,815)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT PEMBROKE (about 35 miles; PEMBROKE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 2,806)
  • FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY (about 42 miles; FAYETTEVILLE, NC; Full-time enrollment: 3,506)
  • CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY INC (about 52 miles; BUIES CREEK, NC; Full-time enrollment: 5,286)
  • NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY (about 67 miles; DURHAM, NC; Full-time enrollment: 4,487)
  • WAKE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 67 miles; RALEIGH, NC; Full-time enrollment: 4,754)

Private high school in Aberdeen:

  • SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 21; Location: 311 EAST MAPLE ST.; Grades: 1 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Aberdeen:

  • SOUTHERN MIDDLE (Students: 697; Location: 515 JOHNSON STREET; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • ABERDEEN PRIMARY (Students: 335; Location: 310 KEYSER ST; Grades: KG – 02)
  • ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY (Students: 319; Location: 503 SANDHILLS BLVD N; Grades: 03 – 05)

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