Stony Point North Carolina Map

About Stony Point, North Carolina

Stony Point is a locality in Alexander County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,372. The population density is 168.6 people per km². Stony Point is located at 35.8635°N, 81.0473°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 28678.

Stony Point unfolds across a landscape where the rolling hills of the Piedmont begin their slow, steady ascent, hinting at the ancient mountains to come. It lies 10.6 miles west-north-west of Statesville, NC (from Statesville, NC: bearing 302°T), and is situated 8.3 miles east-south-east of Taylorsville. Here, the earth itself seems to hold a quiet resilience, its stony outcroppings a testament to the geological forces that shaped this corner of Alexander County. Creeks, their waters clear and cool even on the warmest days, meander through patches of dense woodland and open fields, their banks often lined with the sturdy, gnarled roots of oak and hickory trees. The air, especially in the early morning, carries the damp, earthy scent of decaying leaves and fresh-turned soil, a fragrance that clings to the humid summer air and the crisp autumn chill alike. The light here possesses a particular quality, softening the edges of the world as it slants through the trees in the late afternoon, casting long, dancing shadows across the undulating terrain. The history of Stony Point is a story etched in the land and the enduring spirit of its people, their lives intertwined with the agricultural rhythms of the region. For generations, this fertile ground has yielded crops, supporting families and shaping the local economy through the cultivation of corn, tobacco, and other staples, a tradition that continues to define the character of Stony Point. The echoes of past generations are palpable in the sturdy, weathered barns and the quiet, well-maintained farmhouses that dot the landscape, each holding its own silent narrative. While industry has ebbed and flowed, the core of Stony Point's identity remains rooted in its connection to the earth, a steadfastness that speaks of a deep understanding of place and a quiet pride in the heritage that has been passed down through the years.

About This Stony Point Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stony Point, North Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.863466, -81.047301. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Stony Point and Alexander County.

Detailed location data for Stony Point includes the ZIP code (28150), telephone area code (704, 980, 828), county seat of Alexander County (Taylorsville), and school district assignment (Alexander County Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Stony Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.