Spring Lake Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Spring Lake, located in Cumberland County, NC, has a population of approximately 11,500. The median age is around 27 years. The gender distribution is nearly equal, with about 50% male and 50% female residents. Racially, the city is diverse: about 39% Black or African American, 36% White, 16% Hispanic or Latino, 3% Asian, and 6% identifying with two or more races or other groups. This diverse, primarily young community reflects the city's close proximity to Fort Liberty military base.

Spring Lake, Cumberland County, NC offers a median home value of around $110,000 with approximately 49% homeownership. Median rent is about $900 per month. The housing market has seen modest appreciation, with property values rising about 3% in the past year. Spring Lake features a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments, especially in neighborhoods like Manchester Forest and Deerfield. Property tax rates average 1.0%, making housing relatively affordable. The city’s rental market is strong, driven by proximity to Fort Liberty and Fayetteville, attracting both military families and civilian renters.

Spring Lake city in Cumberland County, NC, is served by Cumberland County Schools, including Spring Lake Middle and nearby Overhills High School. The high school graduation rate is about 84%, but only around 13% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are approximately 3 public schools in the area, with GreatSchools ratings averaging 4/10. School safety initiatives include resource officers and security cameras. Educational programs feature AVID and STEM clubs. Adult education options are available through Fayetteville Technical Community College.

Transportation in Spring Lake, Cumberland County, NC, is primarily car-dependent, with about 86% of residents commuting by private vehicle and only 0.5% using public transit, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The average one-way commute time is approximately 21 minutes, shorter than the national average. Most households (over 90%) own at least one vehicle. The city is served by NC Highways 87 and 210, with limited bus routes provided by the Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST). Major employment hubs include Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) and nearby Fayetteville.

Spring Lake, Cumberland County, NC, lacks a major hospital within city limits; residents primarily use Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, about 10 miles away. Several primary care clinics and urgent care centers serve the area, but physician density is low at ~61 per 100,000 people. About 12% of Spring Lake's 11,900 residents are uninsured, higher than the state average (11%). The population is ~45% Black/African American and 16% Hispanic. Common health concerns include diabetes (12%), hypertension (35%), and obesity (42%). Medicaid and Medicare recipients comprise roughly 35% of local insured patients.