Lake Waccamaw town, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Lake Waccamaw town • Census GEOID: 3736640
• Columbus County
Lake Waccamaw town is an incorporated town in Columbus County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Lake Waccamaw town had an estimated population of 1,239 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Lake Waccamaw town (GEOID 3736640).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Lake Waccamaw
Municipal
Official Title:
Town Manager
Address:
PO BOX 145, LAKE WACCAMAW NC 28450-0145
County Of Columbus
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
111 WASHINGTON ST, WHITEVILLE NC 28472-3324
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $305,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 2.80 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).