Hendersonville

Henderson County, North Carolina

Population 118K |Median income $68,187 |2 hospitals

Population

118,484

Henderson County

Median Income

$68,187

Near average

Median Home Value

$351,400

+54% vs avg

Median Age

47.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

118K+10%

Median Income

$68,187+52%

Median Home Value

$351,400+89%

Poverty Rate

11.6%-18%

Unemployment

3.5%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,187/mo

Poverty Rate

11.6% -18% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 36.5%

Work From Home 10.4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 81.5%

African American 2.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

38.8%

Short Sleep Duration

32.3%

Obesity

30.3%

Physical Inactivity

23.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.9%

Binge Drinking

13.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.4%

Current Smoking

12.7%

Diabetes

12.5%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.5%

Dental Visit 66.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.2%

Stroke

4.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

PARDEE HOSPITAL HENDERSON COUNTY

HENDERSONVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★★

ADVENTHEALTH HENDERSONVILLE

HENDERSONVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Hendersonville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

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

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Hendersonville, NC? ▼

Hendersonville, NC has a population of 118,484 people, located in Henderson County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Hendersonville? ▼

The median household income in Hendersonville, NC is $68,187 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.

What is the median home value in Hendersonville? ▼

The median home value in Hendersonville, NC is $351,400. Median rent is $1,187/month.

What are the top health concerns in Hendersonville? ▼

The top health indicators in Hendersonville include High Blood Pressure (38.8%), Short Sleep Duration (32.3%), Obesity (30.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Hendersonville? ▼

Hendersonville has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Hendersonville? ▼

The median age in Hendersonville, NC is 47.5 years. 36.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hendersonville, NC is located in Henderson County, North Carolina. With a population of 118K and a median household income of $68,187, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hendersonville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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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 (Henderson 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.