Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Biltmore is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,998. Residents earn $49,280 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Biltmore receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Biltmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Biltmore is $49,280, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Biltmore is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Biltmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,280 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,203 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,024 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 880 |
| County GDP | $1,556M |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 84 |
| Retail | 141 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
| Census Median | $117,800 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.9% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 33.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 84 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,911 ft (582 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3687°N, 82.2211°W |
| County FIPS | 47019 |
Winner: Republican by 63.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.4% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 84 |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Retail Stores | 141 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |