Regional Facts & Figures

Brief reports on the latest Asheville area demographics, business and economic information. Each report presents key topics with trends and data.

Current Economic Indicators (PDF)
May 2006

Asheville Economy Outlook (PDF)
June 2005

Cost of Living (PDF)
Comparisons with other Southeastern Cities

Asheville Area Rankings (PDF)
Recent Ratings & Rankings

Local Population (PDF)
Asheville City, Buncombe County & Metro Area

Labor Draw Population (PDF)
Surrounding Counties

Income (PDF)
Per Capita & Household Income

Building Activity (PDF)
Housing Permits & Appreciation

Retail Sales (PDF)
Area Sales & Breakdowns

Crime (PDF)
Area Rates

Industry Employment (PDF)
Growth by Industry

Education (PDF)
Schools & Scores

Transportation (PDF)
Facilities

Taxes (PDF)
State, County & City Rates

Climate (PDF)
Averages & Monthly Averages