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White Springs, FL

Florida · Columbia County

White Springs is a small town in Florida with a population of 717. Residents earn $40,972 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
717 Population 392/sq mi density
$40,972 Median Income $20,532 per capita
$95,600 Home Value $212,380 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
783 Violent Crime/100K 3,003 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$40,972 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,600 home value, $769/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
783 violent crimes/100K (106% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,972
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,600
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 783/100K
106% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.9%
125% higher than US avg

How White Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population717
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density392/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,972
Per Capita$20,532
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty27.9%
County GDP$3,523M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,600
Rent$769
Ownership60.1%
Zillow$212,380
Housing Units412
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

F
Violent783/100K
Property3,003/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault783/100K
Burglary653/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking16.3%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband68.6%
EV Stations21
Libraries3

Is White Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. White Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Springs is $40,972, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Springs is $95,600, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 783 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 3,003 per 100,000, 53% above the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

White Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

White Springs has a population of 717 with a density of 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly Black (63.3%), with 36.3% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

717
Total Population
392
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

White Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Springs is $40,972, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,532 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $986, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,818 business establishments, including 140 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 3.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: White Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,972
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,532
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$58,035
Gini Index0.466 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.9%
125% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,818
County GDP$3,523M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare203
Retail254
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in White Springs is $95,600, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,380, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 412 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $3,902. 27.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,380

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

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

Homeownership60.1%
Owner-Occupied60.1%
Renter-Occupied39.9%
Housing Units412
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In White Springs, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 38.3% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 15.3% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 18.4% report depression. 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 13.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,955. The dentist ratio is 1:1,598. 64.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: White Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,955
Dentists1:1,598
Mental Health1:358
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits50.2%
Premature Death12,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities203
White Springs has a violent crime rate of 783 per 100,000 residents, 106% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 783.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,003 per 100,000, 53% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,089, burglary at 653, vehicle theft at 261 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, White Springs receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: White Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent783.3/100K
106% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault783.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,002.6/100K
53% above US avg
Burglary652.7/100K
Theft2,088.8/100K
Vehicle Theft261.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents260
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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White Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density392/sq mi
Coordinates30.3318°N, 82.7561°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbia County County
Nearest AirportValdosta Regional (VLD)
44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.52"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0400 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability71.4 / 100
Community Resilience29.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 88 km
2024 Milton Category 2 286 km
2024 Debby Category 1 78 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 63 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 293 km
2018 Michael Category 5 211 km
2017 Irma Category 1 243 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 198 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 120 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 270 km
2004 Charley Category 1 190 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 278 km
1999 Irene Category 1 284 km
1998 Earl Category 1 284 km
1995 Erin Category 1 254 km
1985 Elena Category 3 198 km
1985 Kate Category 2 148 km
1985 Bob Category 1 217 km
1984 Diana Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

316 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 11 fatalities, 115 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 3, 2012 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 19, 1988 EF3 65 km 4
Feb 27, 1984 EF3 51 km 0
Feb 25, 1960 EF3 19 km 0
Feb 4, 2024 EF2 65 km 0
Dec 29, 2014 EF2 74 km 0
Mar 7, 2008 EF2 19 km 1
Mar 7, 2008 EF2 99 km 0
Apr 15, 2007 EF2 53 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 40 km 0
Dec 5, 2005 EF2 72 km 0
Aug 12, 2004 EF2 93 km 0
Mar 13, 2001 EF2 26 km 0
Sep 29, 1998 EF2 33 km 0
Feb 2, 1996 EF2 100 km 0
Mar 12, 1993 EF2 93 km 3
Nov 5, 1988 EF2 57 km 1
Apr 19, 1988 EF2 56 km 0
Mar 14, 1986 EF2 87 km 0
Feb 27, 1984 EF2 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (328,827 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX 328,827 47 km
2007 BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) 215,381 80 km
2017 WEST MIMS 166,737 57 km
2011 HONEY PRAIRIE 147,065 59 km
2011 CRAVENS HAMMOCK 142,688 67 km
2002 BLACKJACK BAY COMPLEX 107,076 57 km
1999 FRIENDLY 75,089 42 km
2001 UNNAMED 59,179 55 km
2007 SWEAT FARM ROAD 52,495 92 km
2012 COUNTY LINE 35,440 35 km
2004 IMPASSABLE ONE 29,836 37 km
1985 UNNAMED 25,845 60 km
1998 OAK 21,478 24 km
1990 SHORTS 21,413 52 km
2011 GA-19 (SAW FLY RD) 19,730 96 km
2011 SWEAT FARM AGAIN 19,698 98 km
2011 DURDIN PRAIRIE 19,487 80 km
2004 UNNAMED 18,577 24 km
1998 UNNAMED 16,594 63 km
1989 PIN HOOK 16,471 38 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
March 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in
April 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 6.9 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in Driest
November 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in

White Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.5") and October the driest (2.3").

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White Springs is located in Columbia County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 19.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.7% of the vote, a 50.2-point margin. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 21 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 203 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents260
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.65
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density392/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountyColumbia County County

Services

Broadband Access68.6%
Avg Download Speed93.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations21
Alt Fuel Stations21
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities203
Restaurants140
Retail Stores254

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%
Average costs for common services in White Springs. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$675
Toddler$563
Preschool$511
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Columbia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 3,807 317 $39,717 1.55
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,617 276 $50,682 1.02
Accommodation & Food Services 2,721 161 $24,987 1.21
Manufacturing 2,313 65 $62,953 1.14
Construction 1,256 193 $53,633 0.97
Transportation & Warehousing 933 48 $55,862 0.89
Administrative & Waste Services 802 89 $42,927 0.55
Professional & Technical Services 716 143 $80,173 0.42
Other Services 533 116 $36,066 0.72
Finance & Insurance 497 70 $85,413 0.50
Agriculture & Forestry 388 38 $46,287 1.95
Educational Services 322 21 $37,543 0.63
Real Estate 222 63 $43,585 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 145 22 $21,735 0.35
Management of Companies 78 8 $89,224 0.19
Information & Technology 75 15 $49,476 0.16
Unclassified 15 32 $40,167 0.44

Radio Stations near White Springs

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Tu Fiesta Radio MP3 320 kbps

Campgrounds Near White Springs

3 campgrounds found near White Springs.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit 4.8/5 11 Free
GROUP LANDING 4.4/5 1 $100
Ocean Pond Campground 4.4/5 65 $5–$30

National Parks Near White Springs

16 national parks and monuments found near White Springs.

ParkTypeFee
Big Shoals State Park State Park Free
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park State Park Free
Fanning Springs State Park State Park Free
Florida Museum Of Natural History/Harn Museum Of Art State Park Free
Ichetucknee Springs State Park State Park Free
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park State Park Free
Laura Walker State Park State Park Free
Manatee Springs State Park State Park Free
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park State Park Free
O'leno State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Reed Bingham State Park State Park Free
Stephen C. Foster State Park State Park Free
Suwannee River State Park State Park Free
Troy Spring State Park State Park Free
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park State Park Free

Trails Near White Springs

15 trails found near White Springs.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GREEN HORSE TRAIL 17.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE HORSE TRAIL 16.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
YELLOW HORSE TRAIL 14.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - OSCEOLA SECTION 12.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - OSCEOLA SECTION 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED HORSE TRAIL 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OSCEOLA WILDERNESS TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN HORSE TRAIL CONNECTOR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLUSTEE BATTLEFIELD TR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OSCEOLA WILDERNESS TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ECOSYSTEM TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FNST - OSCEOLA SECTION 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
FANNY BAY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THE TRAMPLED TRACK 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
OLUSTEE BATTLEFIELD CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in White Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3867559096$14,063
LAKE CITY - COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION$14,063
COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION157 SE HERNANDO AVENUE3867559096
HAMILTON CO HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3867923850
STEPHEN FOSTER STATE FOLK CULTURE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM11016 LILLIAN SAUNDERS DRIVE3863972733
SUWANNEE COUNTY MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3863621776
UNION DEPOT AND ATLANTIC COAST LINE FREIGHT STATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
WHITE SPRINGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 321

Libraries in White Springs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SUWANNEE RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM1848 OHIO/M L KING AVENUE SOUTH0.0345,800
COLUMBIA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY308 NW COLUMBIA AVENUE0.0258,527

Farmers Markets in White Springs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lake DeSoto Farmers Market778 NE Lake DeSoto Circle01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Tower View Market215 NE Duval StreetJanuary to DecemberTue:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Fri:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in White Springs

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bienville Outdoors
Quality Inn & Suites Suwannee

Restaurants in White Springs

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridge Street Cafe

Theatres in White Springs

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Marble Stage

Gas Stations in White Springs

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GATE
Marathon
Shell

Cell Towers in White Springs

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
APPROX .25 MI W OF HWY 41 ON O'STEEN RD. 1 MI NWTOWER128
10527 112th StreetTOWER128
SR 47 & US 41TOWER112
188 NW BAYCREEK STREET (45059)GTOWER98
APP 1.25MI S OF I-75 & US 129 JCT, 1.5MI E OF JASPERTOWER98
APPROX. .75 FTOM SR-6 * HWY 441 N INTERS ON RIGHT - (Hwy 441 North)TOWER98
APPROX. .75 FTOM SR-6 * HWY 441 N INTERS ON RIGHT - (Hwy 441 North)TOWER98
6407 US HIGHWAY 129 S (45043)GTOWER97

Fire Stations in White Springs

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Genoa Volunteer Fire Department8448 SE 137TH BLVDVolunteer386-397-1414
White Springs Volunteer Fire Department16552 Spring STVolunteer386-397-2211

Power Plants Near White Springs

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
SUWANNEE RIVER CHEMICAL COMPLEXALL OTHER221118-82.8RE
SWIFT CREEK CHEMICAL COMPLEXALL OTHER221118-82.9OP

Bridges in White Springs

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19623241,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196228120,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196234020,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196228020,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196234020,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196230913,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196229413,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196212611,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196212611,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19621766,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19621726,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19662004,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19622223,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19804103,400G
CulvertConcrete1971212,400F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19542972,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19622262,200G
Tee BeamConcrete19271061,600F
SlabConcrete continuous2000150950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2000150950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2000100950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200060950G
SlabConcrete continuous2000200950F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1967248900G
CulvertSteel201229700G
CulvertConcrete196825550F
CulvertConcrete196831550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968151550G
SlabConcrete continuous1978200550G
SlabConcrete continuous1978106550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1962212450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1967316300G
SlabPrestressed concrete1968120300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2000159300G
CulvertConcrete195143250P
CulvertConcrete195142250F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous1951365250F
CulvertSteel198826151F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199674101F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198851101P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19954451F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196728051G
CulvertSteel20002451P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19966541F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19634031F

Superfund Sites Near White Springs

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
PCS PHOSPHATE WHITE SPRINGS15843 SE 78TH PLHAMILTON
PCS PHOSPHATE WHITE SPRINGS15843 SE 78TH PLHAMILTON

Airports Near White Springs

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gainesville Regional AirportGNVMedium Airport
Moody Air Force BaseVADMedium Airport
Valdosta Regional AirportVLDMedium Airport
Alyssas Animal Sanctuary Air ParkSmall Airport
Ames FieldSmall Airport
Ancient Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Bemiss Auxiliary Army AirfieldSmall Airport
Bird FieldSmall Airport
Bradley AirportSmall Airport
Buckner AirportSmall Airport
Buddys Ag Service AirportSmall Airport
Cannon Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Christians Folly AirportSmall Airport
Circle P AirportSmall Airport
Clark FieldSmall Airport
Cooksey Brothers AirportSmall Airport
Country Landings AirportSmall Airport
Cross City AirportCTYSmall Airport
Cuyler FieldSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Delta AirportSmall Airport
DJ Farm AirportSmall Airport
Estherbrook AerodromeSmall Airport
Fargo AirportSmall Airport
Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying C Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying Harness Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flying Ten AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tiger FieldSmall Airport
Fort Atkinson Plantation AirparkSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Gleim FieldSmall Airport
Homerville AirportSmall Airport
Keystone Heights AirportSmall Airport
Kittyhawk Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lake City AirparkSmall Airport
Lake City Gateway AirportLCQSmall Airport
Lazy S Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lazyboy AirportSmall Airport
Link FieldSmall Airport
Little River AirportSmall Airport
Mallory FieldSmall Airport
Moss Meadows AirportSmall Airport
O'Brien Airpark East/West AirportSmall Airport
Oak Tree LandingSmall Airport
Paso Fino Farm AirportSmall Airport
Pittman Oaks AirportSmall Airport
R O Ranch STOLportSmall Airport
Rossi FieldSmall Airport
Rush AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in White Springs

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Agriculture Station
Columbia County Sheriff's Office - Warrants
Florida Highway Patrol1350 West US Highway 90
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office207 1st Street Northeast
Jasper Police Department205 Martin Luther King Drive Northeast
Lake City Police Department
Live Oak Police Department
Suwannee County Sheriffs Office
White Springs Police Department

Grocery Stores in White Springs

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
County Line General Store 1Convenience Store9670 W US Highway 90
Dollar General 12634Other12646 County Road 137
Dollar General 6515Other16881 Springs St
Fast Track 1Convenience Store12498 Roberts St
GATE PETROLEUM 1136Convenience Store2940 County Road 136
Johnson & Johnson 35Convenience Store3790 E US Highway 90
MILTON'S COUNTRY STORE INC.Convenience Store12049 N US Highway 441
Munchies Food StoreConvenience Store12765 Roberts St
SunStop 308Convenience Store16753 Springs St
SunStop 335Convenience Store2926 County Road 136

Post Offices in White Springs

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
White Springs Post Office

Treatment Centers in White Springs

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Columbia County CampusBoth386-487-0800 x8064
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Hamilton County Virgie Cone CenterBoth386-792-1338

DOL Wage Violations in White Springs

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $620 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$620
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
America's Best Value Inn 32096 1 $620 $207 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in White Springs

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH1007 NE NEEDMORE RD
WHITE SPRINGS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 181
ZION TEMPLE HOLINESS CHURCH -1PO BOX 187

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Bigfoot Sightings
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Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About White Springs

What is the population of White Springs?

White Springs has a population of 717 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 392 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is White Springs expensive to live in?

White Springs has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $40,972, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,600 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is White Springs safe?

Public safety is a concern in White Springs, with a violent crime rate of 783 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,003 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, White Springs receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in White Springs?

White Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in White Springs?

The unemployment rate in White Springs is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $986. There are 1,818 business establishments in the area, including 140 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 3.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in White Springs?

The median home value in White Springs is $95,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,380. For renters, the median monthly rent is $769. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,902.

How are the schools in White Springs?

Schools in White Springs score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.2% of adults in White Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is White Springs?

The obesity rate in White Springs is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression. 13.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 64.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,955.

What is transportation like in White Springs?

The average commute in White Springs is 27 minutes. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of White Springs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of White Springs is 36.3% White, 63.3% Black or African American. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

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