Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 271 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,180 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 1,860 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 1,727 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,418 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,118 (24.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,069 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $214,772 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $818/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,027 |
| Vacant Units | 2,924 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Yancey County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,493 residents. With a median age of 48.32, it is a mature county.
Yancey County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,069 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Yancey County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $214,772 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $818. Homeownership rates are high at 76.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Yancey County are primarily White (91.19%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Yancey County, NC is a solidly middle-class area in North Carolina. The 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28714 | Burnsville | 16,621 | $56,551 | $216,200 | $803 | 5.5% | 35.2% |
| 28740 | Green Mountain | 1,872 | $41,912 | $202,100 | $956 | 4.8% | 43.7% |