Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.6% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 156 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,072 (21%) |
| Some College | 2,836 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 3,879 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 2,421 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,845 (40.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,986 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $354,320 ▲ 27% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $952/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,899 |
| Vacant Units | 6,040 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Transylvania County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 33,422 residents. With a median age of 52.95, it is a mature county.
Transylvania County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,986 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Transylvania County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $354,320 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $952. Homeownership rates are high at 75.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Transylvania County are primarily White (88.25%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Transylvania County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28712 | Brevard | 19,600 | $61,560 | $372,900 | $939 | 4.1% | 50.8% |
| 28718 | Cedar Mountain | 631 | $71,074 | $232,700 | — | 0.0% | 42.7% |
| 28747 | Lake Toxaway | 2,216 | $60,405 | $256,000 | — | 7.7% | 39.9% |
| 28766 | Penrose | 1,014 | $59,844 | $292,800 | $1,125 | 0.0% | 31.9% |
| 28768 | Pisgah Forest | 6,836 | $72,567 | $299,500 | $819 | 3.8% | 52.3% |
| 28772 | Rosman | 1,355 | $76,165 | $257,500 | $965 | 0.0% | 48.2% |
| 28774 | Sapphire | 1,437 | $119,183 | $723,200 | $1,629 | 0.0% | 75.0% |