Asheville

NC

Buncombe County, North Carolina

Population 274K |Median income $74,436 |3 hospitals

Population
274,360
Buncombe County
Median Income
$74,436
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$391,800
+72% vs avg
Median Age
42.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
274K+13%
Median Income
$74,436+66%
Median Home Value
$391,800+105%
Poverty Rate
11.8%-31%
Unemployment
4.3%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Poverty Rate
11.8% -17% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 45.9%
Work From Home 17.6%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 82%
African American 4.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.5%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
36.1%
Obesity
31.3%
Short Sleep Duration
26.9%
Physical Inactivity
20.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.3%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Current Smoking
12.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
10.9%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.1%
Dental Visit 69.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
ASHEVILLE-OTEEN VA MEDICAL CENTER
ASHEVILLE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CE
ASHEVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Asheville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 34m ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Asheville, NC? ▼
Asheville, NC has a population of 274,360 people, located in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
What is the median household income in Asheville? ▼
The median household income in Asheville, NC is $74,436 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
What is the median home value in Asheville? ▼
The median home value in Asheville, NC is $391,800. Median rent is $1,362/month.
What are the top health concerns in Asheville? ▼
The top health indicators in Asheville include High Blood Pressure (36.1%), Obesity (31.3%), Short Sleep Duration (26.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Asheville? ▼
Asheville has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Asheville? ▼
The median age in Asheville, NC is 42.6 years. 45.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Asheville, NC is located in Buncombe County, North Carolina. With a population of 274K and a median household income of $74,436, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Asheville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Buncombe County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.