Asheville, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Asheville, North Carolina is 94,369 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $67,221, the median home value is $411,000, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 13.8% since 2010 (83,459 → 94,992).
94,369
Population
2075
People / sq mi
$67,221
Median Income
$411,000
Median Home Value
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Asheville covers 45.5 sq mi of land at 2075 people per square mile.
About Asheville, NC
Asheville is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 47.9% of the population. With 94,369 residents, Asheville is a city in North Carolina. It ranks #11 among cities in North Carolina by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $67,221 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $411,000, with typical rent around $1,303.
College attainment is above the local norm at 52.0%, above the national 35.0%. A solid 18.7% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Asheville, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Asheville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Asheville city had a population of 83,459 in 2010 and 94,992 in 2024, a 13.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 95,235 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.93%.
94,992
Population (2024)
83,459
Population (2010)
95,235
Peak (2023)
0.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 83,459 |
| 2011 | 84,457 |
| 2012 | 85,321 |
| 2013 | 86,355 |
| 2014 | 87,837 |
| 2015 | 89,374 |
| 2016 | 91,123 |
| 2017 | 91,748 |
| 2018 | 92,630 |
| 2019 | 92,870 |
| 2020 | 94,353 |
| 2021 | 94,180 |
| 2022 | 93,910 |
| 2023 | 95,235 |
| 2024 | 94,992 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$67,221
Median Household Income
$41,818
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$411,000
Median Home Value
$1,303
Median Rent
50.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.5%
High School+
52.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
68.4%
Public Transit
18.7%
Work From Home
18.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
47.9%
Foreign Born
90.2%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
87.3%
Health Insurance
91.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.1% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Asheville, North Carolina has a population of 94,369 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Asheville, North Carolina is $67,221, with 7.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Asheville, North Carolina is $411,000, with median monthly rent at $1,303 and a homeownership rate of 50.3%.
The median age in Asheville, North Carolina is 40.7 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 13.8% since 2010 (83,459 → 94,992).
Asheville city, NC Climate
Asheville city, NC has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F) and receives about 1246 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.9°C
Avg Temp
1246
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 106 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 102 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 127 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 94 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 116 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 112 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 104 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 117 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 94 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 84 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 97 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 93 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Asheville city, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Asheville city, NC are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.