Spring Lake, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Spring Lake is a small town in Florida with a population of 274. Residents earn $91,058 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
274 Population 82/sq mi density
$91,058 Median Income $33,890 per capita
$425,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,058 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$425,000 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,058
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $425,000
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Spring Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population274
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans24.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,058
Per Capita$33,890
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,294M
Commute45 min

Housing

A
Home Value$425,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation177 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute45 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries4

Is Spring Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Spring Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Lake is $91,058, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Lake is $425,000, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Lake has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spring Lake has a population of 274 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

274
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Lake is $91,058, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Spring Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,058
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,890
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,658
County GDP$7,294M

Business (County)

Restaurants292
Healthcare581
Retail526
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.0 min
Drive Alone32.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Lake is $425,000, 51% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$425,000
51% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Spring Lake, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death11,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities581

Crime Rates: Spring Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

Spring Lake has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates28.4984°N, 82.2941°W
County FIPS12053
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities581
Restaurants292
Retail Stores526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.0 min
Drive Alone32.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

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