Spout Springs, North Carolina facts for kids
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Spout Springs, North Carolina
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 Spout Springs, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Spout Springs, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Harnett |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.06 sq mi (23.46 km2) |
| • Land | 8.58 sq mi (22.22 km2) |
| • Water | 0.48 sq mi (1.24 km2) |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,040 |
| • Density | 1,286.86/sq mi (496.89/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805284 |
Spout Springs is a special kind of community in Harnett County, North Carolina, United States. It's called a Census-designated place, or CDP. This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city or village. The government counts its population separately.
In 2020, the first time it was listed as a CDP, Spout Springs had 11,040 people living there.
Spout Springs is part of a larger area called the Dunn Micropolitan Area. It's also connected to the even bigger Raleigh–Durham–Cary area. This larger area is important for jobs and growth.
A long time ago, Spout Springs was known for making lumber and other wood products. In recent years, the number of people living here has grown a lot. This is because of the nearby Ft. Bragg, a large military base, which has expanded.
Who Lives in Spout Springs?
Spout Springs is home to a diverse group of people. In 2020, the community had over 11,000 residents.
Many different backgrounds and cultures make up the population. This mix of people helps make Spout Springs a unique place to live.
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