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Springdale, NC
Census-designated place in Gaston County, North Carolina.
Population
1,075
Land area
0.7sq mi
People per sq mi
1,516
ZIP codes
0
Springdale and its ZIP codes
Springdale at a glance
- Springdale is about 6.9 times as dense as North Carolina as a whole.
- Households here earn a median of $55,096 a year, 24% less than the North Carolina figure of $72,388.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $201,900 (30% below North Carolina) and median rent is $1,233 a month.
Housing and community stats
Springdale, NC, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$55,096
Poverty rate
19.0%
Median home value
$201,900
Median rent
$1,233/mo
Homeownership
74.2%
Bachelor's or higher
14.9%
Median age
36.3
Average commute
28.4 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: Irish Americans (141), German Americans (61), Puerto Ricans (39).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Gaston County. PPP loans are for Springdale.
Unemployment rate
3.7%
Aug 2026, -0.6 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$56,852
81,516 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$55,398
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$1.49B
FY 2026, $6,538 per person
How people get to work
Springdale, NC, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone91.6%
- Carpooled8.4%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked0.0%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home0.0%
Average one-way commute: 28.4 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Springdale, NC, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Top: ice storm
Storm events since 1996
553
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
313
0.4% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
91° / 31°F
44.0 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Springdale, NC, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
34.2%
U.S. 33.3% +0.9 pts
Diabetes
12.1%
U.S. 12.1% about the same
Smoking
14.5%
U.S. 12.8% +1.7 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
10.0%
U.S. 11.1% -1.1 pts
Cities near Springdale
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| RanloTown | 0.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Spencer MountainTown | 2.1 mi | 0.5 |
| LowellCity | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| DallasTown | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| GastoniaCity | 3.5 mi | 53.7 |
| McAdenvilleTown | 4 mi | 1.4 |
| StanleyTown | 5.4 mi | 3.1 |
| CramertonTown | 5.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BelmontCity | 6.9 mi | 12.2 |
| AlexisCensus-designated place | 7.4 mi | 2 |
| High ShoalsCity | 7.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Bessemer CityCity | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount HollyCity | 8.1 mi | 11.3 |
| Iron StationCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 2.4 |
| Kings MountainCity | 12 mi | 14.6 |
| LowesvilleCensus-designated place | 12 mi | 6.8 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Springdale, NC in?
- Springdale is in Gaston County, North Carolina.
- What is the population of Springdale, NC?
- About 1,075 people live in Springdale, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Springdale?
- Nearby places include Ranlo (0.9 mi), Spencer Mountain (2.1 mi), Lowell (2.7 mi), Dallas (3.1 mi), Gastonia (3.5 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023