Biltmore Forest, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Buncombe County County
Biltmore Forest, NC
At a Glance
How Biltmore Forest Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Biltmore Forest's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Biltmore Forest a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Biltmore Forest residents earn a median household income of $172,500 , which is 130% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $117,447. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13,107 business establishments, including 971 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Biltmore Forest is $1,249,000 , 343% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $454,142. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Biltmore Forest reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 622/100K.
Education
85.3% of adults in Biltmore Forest hold a bachelor's degree or higher (153% above the national average). 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Biltmore Forest has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.