Spring Lake, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
11,613 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,497 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
30.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$333 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,077 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
18.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
3
Fayetteville Metro Area
3
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
4
Fayetteville Metro Area
4
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 7%

Schools

Lillian Black Elementary
2 miles, SE 2.8 star
Manchester Elementary
2 miles, SE 1.9 star
Spring Lake Middle
2 miles, SE 1.4 star
William T Brown Elementary
2 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

Methodist University
8 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
11 miles, S 3.2 star
Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital
12 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
49 miles, NE 3.7 star
Florence Regional Airport
80 miles, SW 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
82 miles, SE 1 star