Birth Records in Anson County

Anson County maintains birth records at the Register of Deeds office in Wadesboro, the county seat. This office stores birth certificates for all births that occurred in the county from 1913 onward. Anson County is one of the oldest counties in North Carolina, formed in 1750. The Register of Deeds office provides certified and uncertified copies of birth certificates to eligible requestors. You can visit the office in person or submit a request by mail. Getting a copy requires valid ID and a few basic details about the birth you are looking for.

Anson County Register of Deeds Office

The Anson County Register of Deeds is located at 101 S. Greene Street, Suite 131, in Wadesboro. This is the only office in the county that issues birth certificates. The office is open weekdays and handles both walk-in and mail requests.

The fax number is (704) 994-3213. The office accepts visitors throughout the day during business hours.

How to Request Anson County Birth Certificates

There are two main ways to get a birth certificate from Anson County. You can go to the office in Wadesboro, or you can mail a request.

In-person requests are the fastest option. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Tell the staff the full name on the certificate, the date of birth, place of birth, the mother's maiden name, and the father's name. State your relationship to the person on the record. Cash, check, and money order are all accepted for payment. A certified copy costs $10.00.

For mail requests, send your letter to 101 S. Greene Street, Suite 131, Wadesboro, NC 28170. Include a completed application, a photocopy of your ID, and a money order or certified check made payable to "Register of Deeds." Add a self-addressed stamped envelope. The office will process your request and send the certificate back to you by mail. Processing times vary, but most mail orders are filled within a few weeks.

Eligibility for Anson County Birth Records

Not everyone can get a certified birth certificate. North Carolina law limits access to protect personal privacy. The NC General Statutes on vital records list the people who qualify.

• The person named on the certificate
• Spouse, parent, or sibling
• Child, grandparent, or grandchild
• Legal representatives with proper proof
• Those needing records for a legal determination of personal or property rights

All requestors must present valid photo ID. This rule is the same at every county office in the state.

Note: Uncertified copies for genealogical research have fewer restrictions and cost far less.

Anson County Birth Records History

Anson County has a long history. It was formed in 1750 from Bladen County, making it one of the original counties in North Carolina. Wadesboro has served as the county seat for centuries. The Register of Deeds has kept vital records since the county's early days, but birth certificates in the modern format began in 1913.

Before that year, birth records were not systematically kept by local government. Families in Anson County relied on church records, family Bible entries, and midwife notes to document births. Delayed birth certificates may be on file for some residents born before 1913 who later registered with the state. The NC State Archives Bible Records are a valuable tool for tracing older births. The FamilySearch Anson County page offers additional genealogical resources.

Below is a screenshot of the Anson County government website.

This site provides links to county departments and services for Anson County residents.

North Carolina State Birth Records

If you cannot visit the Anson County office, the NC Office of Vital Records in Raleigh can also issue birth certificates. The state charges $24 per certified copy. Mail processing times often exceed 110 days, so county offices are usually faster.

Online ordering is available through VitalChek, a third-party service used by many government offices across North Carolina. A convenience fee applies. This option works well for people who live far from Wadesboro and want to avoid mailing paper forms.

Additional Anson County Records

The Register of Deeds in Anson County keeps many types of public records beyond birth certificates. Death certificates, marriage licenses, real estate documents, and military discharge papers (DD-214s) are all on file at this office. Genealogical researchers can access uncertified copies of older records for a small fee of $0.25 per page. The NC genealogical research page has guidance on using both county and state records for family history work.

Anson County has a long and rich past. The county played a role in the early growth of North Carolina's southern Piedmont region. Farms and small towns shaped the local way of life for centuries. The courthouse in Wadesboro remains a center of county activity. Land records at the Register of Deeds go back to the 1700s and can be a strong tool for those tracing family roots in the area.

Veterans and their families can file DD-214 military discharge papers at the Wadesboro office. These records are kept as permanent public documents under state law. Marriage licenses for ceremonies performed in Anson County are also recorded here. Whether you need a birth certificate or another type of public record, the Register of Deeds office in Wadesboro is the right place to start.

The NC Vital Records FAQ page answers common questions about ordering certificates, accepted ID types, and processing times at both county and state levels.

Note: Uncertified copies of birth records at $0.25 per page are the most affordable option for genealogy research.

Nearby Counties

Anson County borders several counties in the south-central Piedmont. Each of these neighboring counties has its own Register of Deeds office for birth records.