Spring Lake, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Cumberland County County
Spring Lake, NC
At a Glance
How Spring Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Spring Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Spring Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Spring Lake residents earn a median household income of $50,497 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,923. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,402 business establishments, including 758 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Spring Lake is $101,300 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $259,071. Median rent is $1,228/month, with 28.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Spring Lake reports 532 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,395/100K.
Education
24.8% of adults in Spring Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Spring Lake has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.