Buncombe County
City in North Carolina, United States
Overview
Buncombe County, anchored by Asheville, is a cultural and natural mecca in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains. The region charms with its thriving arts scene, distinctive neighborhoods, and easy access to outdoor adventures. Visitors find a blend of historic, hip, and down-to-earth experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
North Carolina
Population
269,452
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
35.61°, -82.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
74
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
79
Traffic Safety
68
Food Safety
93
Monthly Cost
$3,540
Local Cost
$2,040
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
87
English
100
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
22.3°C
Winter Avg
2.6°C
Record High
38.1°C
Record Low
-19.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1347 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AVL
Distance
19 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 86/100.