Cross Creek township, North Carolina
Cross Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cross Creek township is a geographic entity located in Cumberland County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 63,808. The land area covers 35.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63,808 | ±2,094 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 28,562 | ±787 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 32,009 | ±766 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 28,562 | ±787 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,447 | ±295 |
| Median Home Value | $211,100 | ±$6,447 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,079 | ±$21 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,210 | ±$2,722 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,783 | ±$1,582 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,572 | ±1,197 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.8% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,430 | ±1,177 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±1.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 338,430 (2024)
ID: 171091
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
117 DICK ST, STE 451, FAYETTEVILLE NC 28301-9604
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-01 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Spring Lake, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bunnlevel, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eastover, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Fayetteville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fayetteville, NC |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fayetteville State University
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College | 0.6 mi away | 1200 Murchison Rd, Fayetteville, NC, 28301-4298 |
9106721111
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HEADQUARTERS LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 300 MAIDEN LN, FAYETTEVILLE, NC, 28301 |
(910) 483-7727
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Fayetteville Technical Community College
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College | 1.5 mi away | 2201 Hull Rd, Fayetteville, NC, 28303-0236 |
9106788400
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BORDEAUX BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 3711 VILLAGE DR, FAYETTEVILLE, NC, 28304 |
(910) 483-7727
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Carolina College of Biblical Studies
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College | 2.5 mi away | 817 South McPherson Church Road, Fayetteville, NC, 28303-5157 |
9103235614
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NORTH REGIONAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 855 MCARTHUR RD, FAYETTEVILLE, NC, 28311 |
(910) 483-7727
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Miller-Motte College-Fayetteville
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College | 3.1 mi away | 3725 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, NC, 28311 |
9103541900
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CLIFFDALE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 6882 CLIFFDALE RD, FAYETTEVILLE, NC, 28314 |
(910) 483-7727
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fayetteville
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College Vocational | 3.2 mi away | 505A Cross Creek Mall, Fayetteville, NC, 28303-5364 |
9104856310
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HOPE MILLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 3411 GOLFVIEW RD, HOPE MILLS, NC, 28348 |
(910) 483-7727
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FAYETTEVILLE (PWC), NC US, located 2.5 miles from Cross Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54.1° | 31.8° | 42.9° | 3.42" | 0.6" |
| February | 57.7° | 33.4° | 45.5° | 3.24" | 0.3" |
| March | 65.1° | 39.7° | 52.4° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.2° | 48.2° | 61.2° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.2° | 58.0° | 69.6° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.5° | 66.8° | 77.1° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.9° | 71.2° | 81.0° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.8° | 69.4° | 79.1° | 5.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.5° | 63.4° | 73.5° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.5° | 51.0° | 62.8° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.8° | 40.1° | 52.4° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.2° | 34.4° | 45.8° | 3.48" | 0.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Eastover town | Town | 6.7 mi | — |
| Vander CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Hope Mills town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Spring Lake town | Town | 9.6 mi | — |
| Rockfish CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3705190832. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.