Black Mountain, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Buncombe County County
Black Mountain, NC
At a Glance
How Black Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black Mountain residents earn a median household income of $70,041 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,465. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.9% 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 Black Mountain is $351,700 , 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $456,390. Median rent is $1,334/month, with 44.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Black Mountain reports 70 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,261/100K.
Education
58.7% of adults in Black Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black Mountain has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.