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Granite Quarry, North Carolina
Town · Population 3,107 · #212 in North Carolina
About Granite Quarry
Set in the central part of North Carolina, Granite Quarry is a small town, home to 3,107 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Granite Quarry is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 2.94 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,057 residents per square mile.
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North Carolina news on Bless News Daily →What Makes Granite Quarry Unique
- The only place in America named Granite Quarry — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Part of the fabric of North Carolina — one of 776 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.
📍 Neighborhoods in Granite Quarry
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🍽️ Where to Eat in Granite Quarry
- China Garden — chinese
- Doña Lupes — mexican
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateNorth Carolina
TypeTown
Population (2024)3,107
Rank in state#212 of 549
Land area2.94 sq mi
Density1,057/sq mi
Coordinates35.6131, -80.4487
🌤️ Current Weather
Right now44°F
ConditionsMostly Clear
Wind2 mph
Source: National Weather Service