Asheville, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Buncombe County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Asheville based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
94,369
2023 ACS
Median Income
$67,221
2023
Median Home Value
$411,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,303
2023
Median Age
40.7
Unemployment
4.0%
Cost of Living Index
121.9
100 = national avg
Asheville is a city in Buncombe County, North Carolina, with a population of 94,369 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Asheville is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Asheville is $67,221, and the median home value is $411,000. The cost of living index is 121.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,303 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, and the median age is 40.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
94,369
Male
45,546
48.3%
Female
48,823
51.7%
Median Age
40.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
39.4%
High School or Higher
53.6%
Foreign Born
7.7%
Veterans
5.2%
Married
33.0%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.340
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
80.0%
Foreign Born
7.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.1%
6,729 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
90,063
English Only
90.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,289 speakers
Limited English
4.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.4%
Limited English Proficiency
4.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,943
5.2% of population
Disability Rate
15.3%
756 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$41,569
Unemployment Rate
1.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,182
84.6%
Female Veterans
761
15.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$41,569
Non-Veteran Income
$35,257
Difference
$6,312
17.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
756
Without Disability
4,187
Disability Rate
15.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
78,283
#1 Ancestry
English
25.4% (23,930)
#2 Ancestry
German
12.1% (11,463)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.8% (10,176)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
38,049
Family Households
18,356
48.2%
Married Couples
13,644
35.9%
Non-Family Households
19,693
51.8%
Single Mother Households
3,565
9.4%
Single Father Households
1,147
3.0%
Living Alone
14,867
39.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
14,121
In Married Couple
9,237
65.4%
With Single Mother
3,893
27.6%
With Single Father
991
7.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$91,349
Married Couple Income
$109,733
Single Mother Income
$41,214
Single Father Income
$69,297
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
824
Grandparents Responsible
269
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$67,221
-8% vs national
Per Capita Income
$41,818
+13% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.6%
+8% vs national
Gini Index
0.4841
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.0%
-23% vs national
SNAP Recipients
11.8%
of households
How Asheville Compares
Asheville vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Asheville is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Asheville, NC has a median household income of $67,221, making it the 13,300th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher median household income than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Asheville, NC has a per capita income of $41,818, making it the 7,569th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher per capita income than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Asheville, NC has a poverty rate of 14.6%, making it the 11,469th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher poverty rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Asheville, NC has a unemployment rate of 4.0%, making it the 14,617th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher unemployment rate than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Asheville. The median household income here is $67,221.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
-31% vs NC avg
Labor Force
50,725
Employed
48,585
Mean Commute
15 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
39.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
53.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.7
Work from Home
18.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Asheville, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$88.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
121.9
100 = national avg
+21.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,623
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,745
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,429
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,567
per month
The median household income in Asheville, NC is $67,221, which is 8.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $41,818. The poverty rate of 14.6% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4841, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 50,725. 39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 15 minutes, with 18.7% working from home. About 68.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 121.9, which is 21.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,623 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$508,550
Median List Price
$497,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$309
Days on Market
106
Active Inventory
500
Months of Supply
6.6
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$449,058
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,752
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
7.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
11.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
76
New Listings
74
Pending Sales
102
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$309
Median List $/SF
$331
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Asheville, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Asheville, NC metro area, home prices have risen 680.8% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 154.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 113.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 56.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 6.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Asheville, NC housing market rather than Asheville alone.
Metro area: Asheville, NC
Asheville vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Asheville is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Asheville, NC has a median home value of $411,000, making it the 4,328th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher median home value than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Asheville, NC has a median rent of $1,303, making it the 5,647th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher median rent than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Asheville, NC has a price per square foot of $309, making it the 3,384th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher price per square foot than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Asheville, NC has a rent burden of 23.3%, making it the 4,916th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Asheville has a higher rent burden than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$411,000
Median Rent
$1,303
Total Housing Units
49,130
Vacancy Rate
22.6%
Owner Occupied
50.3%
Renter Occupied
49.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,797
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,341
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,797
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$411,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,389
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,797) by the median home value ($411,000). In Asheville, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Asheville, NC is $508,550 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 106 days on the market. 7.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $309. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,752/month. About 50.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1980. There are 49,130 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,797. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.96
per 1,000 residents
+206% vs national
Property Crime Rate
38.95
per 1,000 residents
+126% vs national
Total Crimes
4,467
2024
Violent Clearance
32%
cases solved
Property Clearance
10%
cases solved
YoY Change
-5.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Asheville Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Asheville vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Asheville is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Asheville police solve 83% of murder cases but only 5% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 12 | 0.13 | 83.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 82 | 0.86 | 8.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 108 | 1.13 | 28.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 556 | 5.84 | 34.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 573 | 6.02 | 21.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,815 | 29.56 | 7.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 321 | 3.37 | 5.0% |
Asheville, NC reported 758 violent crimes and 3,709 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.96 per 1,000 residents is 206.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 32% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,815 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 31.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 758 | 3,709 | 7.96 | 38.95 |
| 2023 | 791 | 4,229 | 8.46 | 45.24 |
| 2022 | 880 | 4,816 | 9.39 | 51.38 |
| 2021 | 716 | 5,019 | 7.63 | 53.48 |
| 2020 | 774 | 5,431 | 8.24 | 57.79 |
| 2019 | 695 | 5,923 | 7.42 | 63.25 |
| 2018 | 599 | 4,798 | 6.43 | 51.49 |
| 2017 | 602 | 4,248 | 6.68 | 47.15 |
| 2016 | 537 | 4,357 | 6.00 | 48.66 |
| 2015 | 447 | 4,380 | 5.02 | 49.21 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
89.3
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
89.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
35.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
70.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
19
Public Assistance
$140.0M
Individual Assistance
$121.4M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $130.9M | $114.7M |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $1.1M | $791K |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.0M | $2.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Party Rock Fire → | Fire | Nov 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | $2.3M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 2010 | $636K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $2.5M | $1.9M |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $1.4M | $1.1M |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Nov 1977 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1973 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $9K |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,190
Total Claims Paid
$103,159,944
Avg Claim Payout
$86,689
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
14
Federal Funding
$2,942,934
Properties Protected
35
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.68
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $1,666,513 |
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $17,250 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $589,162 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $262,509 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $7,500 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Asheville has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, cold wave, lightning. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (8 declarations). 1,190 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $139,966,998 in public assistance recovery funding. $121,444,966 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 14 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
31.5%
4.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.2%
1.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.4%
1.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
1.4pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.3%
Arthritis
25.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.2%
Loneliness
30.6%
Lack of Support
20.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.1%
Mobility
12.8%
Cognitive
14.2%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Asheville has an obesity rate of 31.5%, which is 4.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.2%, 1.7pp above the national average. About 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. 78.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Memorial Mission Hospital And ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center | 5.1 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | Yes |
| Pardee Hospital Henderson County | 15.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Hendersonville | 16.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Julian F Keith Alcohol & Drug Abuse Tx | 16.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
17
Pop. Served
171,908
Violations (5yr)
17
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE CITY OF | 157,431 | 6 |
| WOODFIN SANITARY WATER AND SEWER | 10,122 | 4 |
| BILTMORE FOREST, TOWN OF | 1,356 | 1 |
| TRILLIUM LINKS & VILLAGE | 610 | 2 |
| NORTHVIEW MHP | 516 | 1 |
| TRILLIUM LINKS WEST | 424 | 0 |
| BEAR LAKE RESERVE 1B | 396 | 0 |
| BIG SHEEP CLIFF | 175 | 0 |
| COUNTRY PLACE S/D | 160 | 0 |
| JOHNSON-SILER MHP | 150 | 0 |
| BEAR LAKE RESERVE GOLDEN FARMS | 117 | 0 |
| WEDGEFIELD ACRES MHP | 100 | 0 |
| HAZELWOOD HOMEOWNERS ASSOC | 100 | 0 |
| JEWEL ACRES WATER SERVICE | 90 | 1 |
| LAURELWOOD MHP | 60 | 0 |
| TIMBER RIDGE | 51 | 1 |
| UNDER THE BLUE RIDGE | 50 | 1 |
There are 17 water systems serving the area. 17 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
15 min
-38% vs national
Drive Alone
68.4%
-13% vs national
Public Transit
1.5%
+67% vs national
Work From Home
18.7%
+101% vs national
Carpool
5.8%
Walk / Bike
4.2%
combined
How Asheville's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
22
2023
6-Year Avg
15
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Cyclist
4
Nighttime
12
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21 | 22 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| 2022 | 13 | 14 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 2021 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 | 15 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Asheville, NC is 15 minutes, which is 37.6% below the national average of 23 minutes. 68.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 18.7% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. Public transit is used by 1.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 5.8% of workers carpool. 3.8% walk to work. In 2023, there were 22 traffic fatalities from 21 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.3%
of households
No Internet
9.7%
of households
Total Households
38,049
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.6%
of households
Smartphone
87.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
78.7%
of households
Tablet
62.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-30% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Asheville vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
17
Population Served
171,908
Violations (5yr)
17
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 157,431 | 6 |
| WOODFIN SANITARY WATER AND SEWER | Community | Surface water | 10,122 | 4 |
| BILTMORE FOREST, TOWN OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,356 | 1 |
| TRILLIUM LINKS & VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 610 | 2 |
| NORTHVIEW MHP | Community | Ground water | 516 | 1 |
| TRILLIUM LINKS WEST | Community | Ground water | 424 | 0 |
| BEAR LAKE RESERVE 1B | Community | Ground water | 396 | 0 |
| BIG SHEEP CLIFF | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| COUNTRY PLACE S/D | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| JOHNSON-SILER MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 150 | 0 |
| BEAR LAKE RESERVE GOLDEN FARMS | Community | Ground water | 117 | 0 |
| WEDGEFIELD ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| HAZELWOOD HOMEOWNERS ASSOC | Community | Purchased surface water | 100 | 0 |
| JEWEL ACRES WATER SERVICE | Community | Ground water | 90 | 1 |
| LAURELWOOD MHP | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| TIMBER RIDGE | Community | Ground water | 51 | 1 |
| UNDER THE BLUE RIDGE | Community | Ground water | 50 | 1 |
88.3% of households in Asheville have broadband internet access. 75.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.7% of households have no internet access. 7.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 17 water systems, providing water to 171,908 people. A total of 17 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Asheville is located in Buncombe County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Asheville.
Election Overview
Source: Buncombe County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
98,662
61.7%
GOP Votes
59,016
36.9%
Total Votes
159,885
Margin
D+24.8%
Shift from 2020
D+3.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 98,662 | 59,016 | 159,885 | 61.7% | 36.9% | D+24.8 |
| 2020 | 96,515 | 62,412 | 161,569 | 59.7% | 38.6% | D+21.1 |
| 2016 | 74,937 | 55,339 | 134,507 | 55.7% | 41.1% | D+14.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Buncombe County recorded 159,885 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.7% of the vote compared to 36.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+24.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+3.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Buncombe County has shifted 10.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
932
Total Assets
$4.9B
Total Income
$2.0B
Per 10K Residents
98.8
nonprofits
+113.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
145
Median Assets
$311K
Oldest Active
1927
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $3.7B of $4.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Asheville
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAsheville, NC has 932 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $4.9B. The most common category is Education, with 105 organizations. 145 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 98.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1927.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
981
Total Approved
$395.9M
Jobs Supported
9,822
Per 10K Residents
104.0
SBA loans
+30.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
117
Top Lender
Truist Bank
76 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
864
Total Amount
$311.6M
Avg Loan
$360,654
Median Loan
$117,500
SBA Guaranteed
$233.0M(75%)
Jobs Supported
8,466
Loans
117
Total Amount
$84.3M
Avg Loan
$720,205
Median Loan
$396,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
197
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$141.5M
36% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$718,156
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milestone 1 Llc | 2 | $8.6M |
| The Three Ring Brewing Co. Llc | 6 | $6.6M |
| Poppy Handcrafted Popcorn Inc. | 2 | $5.0M |
| Skyrunner Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Rahul Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Outlet Mall Hotel Group Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Orion Retreat and Daycare Inc. | 2 | $4.9M |
| Wyndham Garden | 1 | $4.8M |
| Durga9 Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Lucky Hotel Inc | 1 | $4.3M |
Asheville, NC has received 981 SBA loans totaling $395.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 864 loans (88% of the total), supporting 8,466 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 117 loans totaling $84.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Asheville is Truist Bank with 76 loans. That works out to 104.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
203,580
Avg Median Income
$68,907
Avg Home Value
$378,025
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28704 | 23,516 | $79,088 | $343,600 | $1,369 | 30.1 |
| 28715 | 28,770 | $70,950 | $291,900 | $1,208 | 78.0 |
| 28778 | 11,933 | $72,717 | $273,800 | $1,004 | 32.5 |
| 28801 | 13,580 | $51,125 | $481,400 | $1,130 | 5.1 |
| 28803 | 34,750 | $70,638 | $408,600 | $1,455 | 38.4 |
| 28804 | 25,141 | $79,709 | $528,500 | $1,399 | 28.7 |
| 28805 | 20,246 | $67,104 | $360,600 | $1,198 | 26.5 |
| 28806 | 45,644 | $59,925 | $335,800 | $1,224 | 38.1 |
Asheville, NC has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 203,580. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $68,907. The average median home value is $378,025. The average median monthly rent is $1,248.
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