North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Spring Lake is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 11,613. Residents earn $50,497 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Spring Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Spring Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Spring Lake is $50,497, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Spring Lake is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,228 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 654 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,564 per 100,000, 133% above the national average.
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Spring Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 85.4% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 14.6% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,497 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,923 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,191 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,402 |
| County GDP | $24,445M |
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Healthcare | 805 |
| Retail | 1,077 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $101,300 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,009 |
| Median List Price | $215,949 |
| Median List Price | $215,949 |
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 41.7% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,228 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,404 |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 21.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,884/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
| Total Violent | 654.1/100K |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.5/100K |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Rape | 15.0/100K |
| Robbery | 278.2/100K |
| Assault | 353.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,563.6/100K |
| 133% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,330.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,067.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 165.4/100K |
| Arson | 37.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 23.6 sq mi (61.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 492/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1846°N, 78.9947°W |
| County FIPS | 37051 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.8% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 492/sq mi |
| Total Area | 23.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Retail Stores | 1,077 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| Avg Commute | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |