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Comprehensive Data Report

Hendersonville, NC

ZIP Code 28793

Henderson County

Population
48,793
Median Income
$53,793
Home Value
$273,591
Livability
83/100
Total Population
48,793
Median Household Income
$53,793
Median Home Value
$273,591
Median Rent
$1,494

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 82/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
48,793 residents
Median Age
43.9 years
Safety Score
82/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
83
Excellent
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
84/100
Cost of Living
79/100
Safety
88/100
Education
86/100
Employment
82/100
Housing
85/100
Weather
90/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Hendersonville, NC 28793

Coordinates: 35.2927°, -82.5036°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
125
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
136
Above avg
Transportation
115
Above avg
Healthcare
118
Above avg
Groceries
110
Average
Utilities
112
Above avg
Overall
125
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
31,866
Employment Rate
95.4%
Avg. Commute
34 min
Work From Home
21%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
15.8%
Retail Trade
15.3%
Professional Services
14.3%
Manufacturing
13.8%
Education
9.9%
Total Employed
30,402
Total Unemployed
3,398
Unemployment Rate
10.7%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
43.9 years
Per Capita Income
$32,275
Poverty Rate
15.3%