Buncombe County, NC Demographics & ZIP Codes
Buncombe County, North Carolina demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 16 ZIP codes — population 267,237 — avg. income $72,842 — avg. home value $361,993. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Buncombe County demographics
Buncombe County, North Carolina covers 16 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 267,237.
Median household income in Buncombe County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Buncombe County, North Carolina is about $72,842 — about 10% above the NC ZIP average ($66,474), and about 3% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 28701 (Woodfin) is near the top at about $92,047, while 28801 (Asheville) is near the bottom at about $51,125.
Housing in Buncombe County
For housing in Buncombe County, North Carolina, the average median home value is about $361,993 and the average median rent is about $1,084.
The most populous ZIP is 28806 (Asheville) with about 45,644 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Buncombe County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28806 | Asheville | Buncombe County | NC | 45,644 | $59,925 | $335,800 |
| 28803 | Asheville | Buncombe County | NC | 34,750 | $70,638 | $408,600 |
| 28715 | Asheville | Buncombe County | NC | 28,770 | $70,950 | $291,900 |
| 28804 | Woodfin | Buncombe County | NC | 25,141 | $79,709 | $528,500 |
| 28704 | Royal Pines | Buncombe County | NC | 23,516 | $79,088 | $343,600 |
| 28787 | Weaverville | Buncombe County | NC | 22,685 | $75,051 | $379,300 |
| 28805 | Asheville | Buncombe County | NC | 20,246 | $67,104 | $360,600 |
| 28801 | Asheville | Buncombe County | NC | 13,580 | $51,125 | $481,400 |
| 28748 | — | Buncombe County | NC | 12,922 | $65,269 | $298,200 |
| 28711 | Black Mountain | Buncombe County | NC | 12,579 | $69,177 | $358,400 |
| 28778 | Swannanoa | Buncombe County | NC | 11,933 | $72,717 | $273,800 |
| 28730 | Fairview | Buncombe County | NC | 7,213 | $91,544 | $357,300 |
| 28701 | Woodfin | Buncombe County | NC | 5,515 | $92,047 | $290,500 |
| 28709 | Barnardsville | Buncombe County | NC | 2,269 | $75,441 | $360,000 |
| 28757 | Montreat | Buncombe County | NC | 474 | — | — |
| 28770 | — | Buncombe County | NC | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Buncombe County?
Buncombe County, North Carolina has a combined ZIP-area population of about 267,237 across 16 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Buncombe County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Buncombe County, North Carolina is about $72,842, about 10% above the state ZIP average ($66,474), and about 3% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $361,993. Among ZIPs with data, 28701 (Woodfin) is near the top ($92,047) and 28801 (Asheville) is near the bottom ($51,125).
How many ZIP codes are in Buncombe County?
Buncombe County, North Carolina includes 16 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Buncombe County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Buncombe County, North Carolina with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.