Swannanoa, NC
North Carolina · Buncombe County · Asheville Metro
Swannanoa is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 6,043. Residents earn $72,978 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Swannanoa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
AHousing
A+Crime
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Climate
Education
BCommunity
Is Swannanoa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Swannanoa receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Swannanoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Swannanoa is $72,978, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Swannanoa is $270,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Swannanoa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,696 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Swannanoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Swannanoa vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Swannanoa vs U.S. Average
Income: Swannanoa vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,978 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,785 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,785 |
| Gini Index | 0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,107 |
| County GDP | $21,262M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 971 |
| Healthcare | 1,283 |
| Retail | 1,329 |
| Manufacturing | 331 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,058 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 94.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,800 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $355,889 |
| Median List Price | $690,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $690,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $209 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $692 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 80.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,223 |
| Median Year Built | 1983 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,058 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.87% |
Health Metrics: Swannanoa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.4% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Short Sleep | 30.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.8% |
| Uninsured | 11.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:711 |
| Dentists | 1:1,278 |
| Mental Health | 1:112 |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Dental Visits | 62.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,557/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,283 |
Crime Rates: Swannanoa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 36.9/100K |
| 90% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,695.8/100K |
| 13% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Traffic Accidents | 171 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,210 ft (674 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 947/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6008°N, 82.3872°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Buncombe County County |
| Nearest Airport | Asheville Regional (AVL) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0440 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.5 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 35.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 70.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively High |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in |
Swannanoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 37°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and October the driest (3.7").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 24.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Traffic Accidents | 171 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.8% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 6.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.15 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 947/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.4 sq mi |
| County | Buncombe County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 83.5% |
| Avg Download Speed | 161.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 26.7 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,283 |
| Restaurants | 971 |
| Retail Stores | 1,329 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 17.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $236 ($141–$377) |
| Specialist Visit | $330 ($189–$519) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $189 ($94–$330) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,075 ($754–$4,715) |
| Dental Cleaning | $123 ($71–$189) |
| Dental Filling | $236 ($141–$377) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42 ($24–$71) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $71 ($47–$113) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$71) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $566 ($377–$943) |
| Battery Replacement | $189 ($94–$330) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94 ($57–$141) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $85 ($47–$132) |
| HVAC Repair | $377 ($141–$754) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316) |
| Roof Repair | $943 ($377–$1,886) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,415 ($472–$3,301) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290) |
| DUI Defense | $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,415 ($754–$2,829) |
| Will Preparation | $472 ($189–$943) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,358 ($943–$4,715) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Women's Haircut | $52 ($28–$94) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141 ($71–$236) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$42) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$61) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75 ($47–$123) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $132 ($75–$236) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$141) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$113) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66 ($38–$94) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61 ($28–$94) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80 ($47–$141) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $189 ($71–$472) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66 ($28–$123) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.54–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94 ($28–$236) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28 ($14–$71) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,132 ($566–$2,358) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $943 ($472–$1,886) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $377 ($189–$660) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47 ($24–$94) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $943 ($377–$2,358) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94 ($47–$189) |
| Dog Grooming | $57 ($28–$94) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$71) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $283 ($141–$472) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $189 ($94–$377) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $826 |
| Toddler | $714 |
| Preschool | $758 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $768 |
| Toddler | $693 |
| Preschool | $600 |
Top Industries in Buncombe County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 23,432 | 1,593 | $66,490 | 1.20 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 17,364 | 1,036 | $31,006 | 1.40 |
| Retail Trade | 17,265 | 1,389 | $36,955 | 1.27 |
| Manufacturing | 12,790 | 400 | $66,643 | 1.14 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 6,949 | 2,175 | $84,341 | 0.73 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 6,834 | 862 | $51,779 | 0.85 |
| Construction | 6,765 | 1,173 | $68,609 | 0.94 |
| Other Services | 5,756 | 1,121 | $44,112 | 1.40 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3,816 | 195 | $54,587 | 0.66 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3,556 | 508 | $78,134 | 0.66 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 3,548 | 272 | $39,900 | 1.55 |
| Educational Services | 3,449 | 264 | $56,994 | 1.22 |
| Finance & Insurance | 2,625 | 569 | $99,397 | 0.47 |
| Real Estate | 2,565 | 802 | $56,793 | 1.21 |
| Information & Technology | 1,930 | 381 | $120,489 | 0.75 |
| Management of Companies | 1,128 | 64 | $91,218 | 0.49 |
| Utilities | 532 | 22 | $137,133 | 1.03 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 303 | 52 | $41,138 | 0.27 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 118 | 5 | $81,036 | 0.23 |
| Unclassified | 9 | 49 | $65,794 | 0.05 |
Colleges & Universities in Swannanoa
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren Wilson College | Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's | 874 | 77.6% | $40,290 | $40,290 |
Schools in Swannanoa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williams Elementary | Elementary | 460 | 36 | 12.8:1 |
| Owen Middle | Middle | 418 | 36 | 11.6:1 |
| ArtSpace Charter School (Charter) | Elementary | 398 | 31 | 12.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Swannanoa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99.9 Kiss Country | country | AAC |
Campgrounds Near Swannanoa
21 campgrounds found near Swannanoa.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| PINK BEDS PICNIC SHELTER | 4.8/5 | 1 | $50 |
| NORTH MILLS RIVER | 4.7/5 | 25 | $31–$62 |
| BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 6 | $125 |
| LAKE POWHATAN | 4.6/5 | 71 | $37–$130 |
| MOUNT PISGAH CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 126 | $30 |
| WASH CREEK HORSE CAMP | 4.6/5 | 1 | $40 |
| WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP | 4.6/5 | 1 | $60 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 37 | $28–$56 |
| CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) | 4.5/5 | 24 | $10 |
| DAVIDSON RIVER | 4.5/5 | 132 | $37–$74 |
| KUYKENDALL GROUP CAMP | 4.5/5 | 1 | $130 |
| Lake Powhatan Glamping | 4.5/5 | 12 | $100 |
| Paint Creek Campground | 4.5/5 | 20 | $10 |
| COVE CREEK LOWER GROUP CAMP | 4.4/5 | 1 | $130 |
| CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA | 4.3/5 | 39 | $28–$70 |
| Linville Falls Campground | 4.3/5 | 64 | $30–$45 |
| COVE CREEK UPPER GROUP CAMP | 4.2/5 | 1 | $130 |
| Rocky Bluff Campground | 4.1/5 | 17 | $15 |
| SYCAMORE FLATS PICNIC SHELTER | 4.1/5 | 1 | $50 |
| Wolf Ford Horse Camp | 3.7/5 | 11 | $15–$30 |
| Old Forge Campground | — | 1 | $7 |
National Parks Near Swannanoa
41 national parks and monuments found near Swannanoa.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Johnson National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Bear Paw State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Beech Creek State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | Parkway | Free |
| Bobs Creek State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Caesars Head State Park | State Park | Free |
| Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Chimney Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cowpens National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Croft State Park | State Park | Free |
| Davy Crockett Birthplace | State Park | Free |
| Devils Fork State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fonta Flora State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Gorges State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grandfather Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jones Gap State Park | State Park | Free |
| Keowee-Toxaway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kings Mountain National Military Park | National Military Park | Free |
| Lake James State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake James State Park | State Park | Free |
| Linville River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Mount Jefferson State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Mount Mitchell State Park | State Park | Free |
| NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land | State Park | Free |
| Oconee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Paris Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pineola State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Pisgah View State Park | State Park | Free |
| President's Park | State Park | Free |
| South Mountains State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park | State Park | Free |
| Sugar Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore Shoals | State Park | Free |
| Table Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tallulah Gorge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Wildcat Wayside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Yellow Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Swannanoa
267+ trails found near Swannanoa.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANST - APPALACHIAN RD | 159.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MST - GRANDFATHER RD | 71.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MST - PISGAH RD | 41.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MST - APPALACHIAN RD | 35.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SHUT-IN NRT | 18.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ART LOEB NRT | 17.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUNCOMBE HORSE | 16.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| SOUTH MILLS RIVER | 14.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LINVILLE GORGE | 12.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CREST | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SHINBONE | 8.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN | 8.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ART LOEB NRT | 8.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODS MOUNTAIN | 7.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BUCKHORN GAP | 6.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BUCK SPRINGS | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG BUTT | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TURKEY PEN GAP | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MT MITCHELL | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRADLEY CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LITTLE EAST FORK | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| NORTH BOUNDARY | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SPENCER GAP | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HICKEY FORK | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FARLOW GAP | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| JERRY MILLER | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TRACE RIDGE | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SQUIRREL GAP | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SLATE ROCK | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PUMP GAP LOOP | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| KITSUMA | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SNOOKS NOSE | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ART LOEB NRT | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BARNETT BRANCH | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROCK JOCK | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SHINING CREEK | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MILL RIDGE | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| HEARTBREAK RIDGE | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CAT GAP LOOP | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| OLD BUTT KNOB | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COLBERT RIDGE | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAUREL RIVER | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| POINT LOOKOUT | 3.6 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | — |
| SNOWBALL | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT GFR | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HARRIS CREEK HORSE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CATAWBA FALLS LOOP | 3.4 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| RIVERSIDE | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BIG EAST FORK | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SYCAMORE COVE | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ROUNDTOP RIDGE | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| AVERY CREEK | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MACKEY MOUNTAIN | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH SLOPE LOOP | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| GREASY COVE | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| EXPLORER LOOP | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LOOKING GLASS ROCK | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BENNETT GAP | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| GREEN KNOB | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BERNARD MOUNTAIN | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WOODS MOUNTAIN | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOUGLAS FALLS | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PAINT CREEK TRAIL | 2.8 | — | — | — | |
| BALD KNOB RIDGE | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG CREEK | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GREENE MTN HORSE TRAIL | 2.7 | — | — | — | |
| BUTTER GAP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| STAR GAP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PINK BEDS LOOP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DAVIS CREEK TRAIL | 2.6 | — | — | — | |
| LONG BRANCH | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SUGAR COVE | 2.6 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| LOWER SIDEHILL | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| GREEN RIDGE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SENIARD RIDGE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| VAN CLIFF LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOUTH RIVER LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEVILS CREEK | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINK BEDS LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| FLETCHER CREEK | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JACK BRANCH | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SARVIS COVE TRAIL | 2.4 | — | — | — | |
| WOODY RIDGE | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COVE CREEK | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| LITTLE PAINT CREEK TRAIL | 2.4 | — | — | — | |
| SQUIRREL GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DANIEL RIDGE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PILOT ROCK | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| LOST COVE | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LEAD MINE GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| THOMPSON CREEK | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| VINEYARD GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| IVESTOR GAP | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| HORSE COVE GAP | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BULLEN HOLLOW TRAIL | 2.2 | — | — | — | |
| JONAS RIDGE | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NEWBERRY CREEK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WHITE OAK FLATS | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PILOT COVE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SHUTIN CREEK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRUSHY RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FORK RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GRAVEYARD RIDGE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LITTLE JENNINGS CREEK TRAIL | 2.1 | — | — | — | |
| GREENS LICK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SQUIBB CREEK TRAIL | 2.0 | — | — | — | |
| BIG CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CANTRELL CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| STONY KNOB | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| GRANNY LEWIS TRAIL | 1.8 | — | — | — | |
| JOHN ROCK | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BAD FORK | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WALKER CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NORTH RIVER LOOP | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAUREL CREEK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TEMPLE HILL TRAIL | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| TURKEY PEN COVE TRAIL | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| COON TREE LOOP CONNECTOR | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH MILLS RIVER | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ARTIE HOLLOW TRAIL | 1.6 | — | — | — | |
| HICKORY BRANCH | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| IVESTOR GAP | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| PINETREE LOOP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BUCKWHEAT KNOB | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CANEY BOTTOM | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| COWBELL HOLLOW HORSE TRAIL | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| POPLAR COVE HORSE TRAIL | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| GATEWAY | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ELK PEN | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| POUNDINGMILL | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SPENCE RIDGE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CONLEY COVE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MULLINAX | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BEAR PEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| COLD MOUNTAIN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CASE CAMP RIDGE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DEVILS HOLE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DEER LAKE LODGE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| INGLES FIELD GAP | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DAVIDSON RIVER | 1.3 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| EXERCISE TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BABEL TOWER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MIDDLE FORK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | Yes |
| PERRY COVE | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HIGGANS BALD | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GRAVEYARD RIDGE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JENNINGS CREEK HORSE TRAIL | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| FOREST DISCOVERY | 1.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| WOLF BRANCH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| BRACKEN MOUNTAIN TRAIL | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| COON TREE LOOP | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CLOUDLAND | 1.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAR BRANCH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MOUNT PISGAH | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE TABLE ROCK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SPRING CREEK NATURE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PRESSLEY COVE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PERKINS | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FOSTER FIELDS | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DEERFIELD LOOP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| PINCH-IN | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SQUIRREL GAP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CLAWHAMMER COVE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JACK BRANCH | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STAIR CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MIDDLE SPRING RIDGE TRAIL | 1.1 | — | — | — | |
| GRAVEYARD FIELDS | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BYNUM BLUFF | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LITTLE HICKORYTOP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| UPPER CORNER ROCK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SLICK ROCK FALLS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODLAWN FITNESS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FOREST FESTIVAL | 1.0 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| HEMLOCK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CANTRELL CREEK | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PHILLIPS HOLLOW TRAIL | 1.0 | — | — | — | |
| NORTH SLOPE CONNECTOR | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PINK BEDS CONNECTOR | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| UPPER FALLS | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SIDEHILL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ART LOEB NRT | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CAT GAP LOOP | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MEADOWS LOOP | 0.9 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| CLUB GAP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WASH CREEK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | Yes |
| BILTMORE CAMPUS NRT | 0.8 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| HARDTIMES CONNECTOR | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NORTH SLOPE LOOP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| PILOT ROCK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NORTH FACE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIDGES CAMP GAP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FOUNDATION | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HOMESTEAD | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WAGON ROAD GAP | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CAT GAP BYPASS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LEDFORD BRANCH | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| MOORE COVE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BOYD BRANCH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DEVILS DEN NATURE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ANDY COVE NATURE NRT | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIAR BOTTOM BIKE | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LITTLE ANDY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OAK HOLLOW | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LOVER'S LEAP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ESTATOE | 0.5 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SLEEPY GAP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| INGLES FIELD GAP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SUNWALL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TWIN FALLS | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SENIARD RIDGE CONNECTOR | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| KITSUMA | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| JARRETT'S RUN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BAD FORK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FORAGER | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| STAGECOACH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PETES BRANCH TRAIL | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| GRAVEYARD RIDGE CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ART LOEB SPUR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RIVER RIDGE LOOP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SIDEHILL CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TOMS CREEK FALLS | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIDGES CAMP GAP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG TOM GAP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CABIN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SALT GAP CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| INGLES FIELD CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OLD FORT PICNIC AREA | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| IVESTOR GAP | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CAMPGROUND CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CHESTNUT COVE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SLEEPY GAP | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| STARENS BRANCH | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MARGARETTE FALLS TRAIL | 0.3 | — | — | — | |
| MEADOWS LOOP | 0.3 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | Yes |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP B | 0.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| CEMETERY LOOP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WISEMANS VIEW | 0.2 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| PILOT ROCK EXTENSION | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WILDFLOWER | 0.2 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| BETTY'S RUN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| SMALL CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DEERFIELD CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YELLOW GAP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MTS ACCESS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LINVILLE FALLS | 0.2 | CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL | Yes | — | — |
| ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP A | 0.2 | CONCRETE | Yes | — | — |
| BIG BALD SHELTER | 0.2 | — | — | — | |
| SHINING CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SETROCK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SPENCER'S OVERLOOK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BIG EAST FORK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| EXPLORER LOOP CONNECTOR B | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DANIEL RIDGE CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| EXPLORER LOOP CONNECTOR A | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| KITSUMA PEAK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SECOND FALLS OVERLOOK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GRASSY ROAD | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| IVESTOR GAP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SOUTH TOE FISHING ACCESS | 0.1 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | — |
| PINETREE CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| IVESTOR GAP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROARING FORK FALLS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WISEMANS VIEW LOOP | 0.0 | ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| BRIDGES CAMP GAP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
Museums in Swannanoa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HAMILTON GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $18,872,597 | ||
| CENTER FOR CRAFT CREATIVITY AND DESIGN | ART MUSEUM | 67 BROADWAY STREET | 8287851357 | $4,015,914 |
| FOLK ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | MILEPOST 382 BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY | 8282987928 | $2,229,377 |
| NORTH CAROLINA ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8286652492 | $1,926,014 | |
| ASHEVILLE ART MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | ART MUSEUM | 2 S PACK SQUARE | 8282533227 | $1,708,897 |
| PACK PLACE EDUCATION ARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 8282574500 | $505,476 | |
| WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8282980182 | $395,258 | |
| COLBURN EARTH SCIENCE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 2 SOUTH PACK SQUARE AT PACK PLACE | $317,644 | |
| COLBURN GEM AND MINERAL MUSEM | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 8282547162 | $317,644 | |
| SWANNANOA VALLEY MUSEUM | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 8286699566 | $256,427 | |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR ARTS | ART MUSEUM | 8286690930 | $180,414 | |
| BOTANICAL GARDENS OF ASHEVILLE | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8282525190 | $135,285 | |
| WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8282539231 | $107,756 | |
| SMITH-MCDOWELL HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 283 VICTORIA RD | 8282539231 | $73,242 |
| PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF ASHEVILLE & BUNCOMBE COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 324 CHARLOTTE STREET | 8282542343 | $44,110 |
| BIG IVY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 550 DILLINGHAM RD | 8286262522 | |
| BILTMORE VILLAGE HISTORIC MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7 ANGLE STREET | ||
| BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8283483436 | ||
| CRAGGY MOUNTAIN LINE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8288084877 | ||
| DAVIDSON'S FORT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8286684678 | ||
| DAVIDSONS FORT HISTORIC PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| DRY RIDGE HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 41 N MAIN ST | 8282506482 | |
| ESTES-WINN MEMORIAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8282537651 | ||
| FLETCHER ARTS & HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| FOREST DISCOVERY CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8282516559 | ||
| HEALTH ADVENTURE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8282546373 | ||
| LAKE LURE FLOWERING BRIDGE | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| MOUNTAIN FARM & HOME MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8286978846 | ||
| MOUNTAIN GATEWAY MUSEUM AND HERITAGE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 24 WATER STREET | 8286689259 | |
| MOUNTAIN HISTORY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8287128687 | ||
| OLD COUNTRY TRACTOR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| OLD FORT HISTORIC SITES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 2 SOUTH PACK SQUARE | ||
| SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN RADIO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| THOMAS WOLFE MEMORIAL | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8282538304 | ||
| VANCE BIRTHPLACE SUPPORT ASSOCIATES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8286456706 | ||
| YMI CULTURAL CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8282524614 |
Libraries in Swannanoa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES | 67 HAYWOOD ST | 0.0 | 1,930,497 |
Farmers Markets in Swannanoa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville City Market | 161 S Charlotte Street | 01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Asheville City Market - South | 1 Town Square Blvd | 04/06/2016 to 10/26/2016 | Wed: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Big Ivy Tailgate Market | 540 Dillingham Rd | ||||
| Black Mountain Tailgate Market | 130 Montreat Road | 05/04/2013 to 10/26/2013 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| East Asheville Tailgate Market | 954 Tunnel Road | 05/05/2017 to 09/29/2017 | Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Fairview Tailgate Market | 594 Old Charlotte Hwy | ||||
| French Broad Food Coop Arts & Farms Market | 76 Biltmore Ave. next to the French Broad Food Co-op. | ||||
| Greenlife Sunday Afternoon Local Market | 70 Merrimon Avenue | Visit | |||
| Madison County Farmers & Artisans Market | Hwy 213 | 04/05/2014 to 12/27/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Mills River Farmers' Market | 94 School House Rd. | 05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Montford Farmers Market | 36 Montford Ave | 05/01/2013 to 11/27/2013 | Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| North Asheville Tailgate Market | 1 University Heights | 04/11/2015 to | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Oakley Farmers Market | 607 Fairview Road | 05/09/2013 to 10/24/2013 | Thu: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Riceville Tailgate Market | Riceville Community Center Parking Lot | ||||
| Victory Tailgate Market | 1329 Tunnel Road | ||||
| Weaverville Tailgate Market | 60 Lakeshore Drive | Yes | Visit | ||
| West Asheville Tailgate Market | 757 Haywood Road | ||||
| WNC Farmers Market | 570 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC 28806 | 01/01/2020 to | Mon: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:0 | Yes | Visit |
| YMCA Winter Market | 789 Merrimon Ave | 01/09/2016 to 03/26/2016 | Sat: 10:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Swannanoa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Swannanoa
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Swannanoa
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Swannanoa
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Swannanoa
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Swannanoa
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Swannanoa
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Swannanoa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altamont Brewery | Brewery | 1042 Haywood Rd | 8285752400 | Visit |
| Appalachian Craft Brewery | Fletcher, NC, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Fletcher Brewers, (1),, Fletcher, NC, (1), , Home, North C | 34 Redmond Dr | 8286841235 | |
| Asheville Brewery Tours | Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Tour | 2 Wall St | 18282335006 | |
| Asheville Pizza Brewing Company | Restaurants, Brewers, Pizza | 77 Coxe Ave | 8282554077 | Visit |
| Asheville Pizza Company | Restaurants, Brewery, Movie Theaters, Pizza Place, Pizza, Movie Theater | 675 Merrimon Ave | 8282540077, 8282541281, 8282545339 | Visit |
| Biltmore Estate | Recreation Facilities, Brewers, Wineries, Attractions, Sports & Recreation | 1 N Pack Sq | 8282251333 | Visit |
| Black Mountain Ciderworks Meadery | Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries | 150 Eastside Dr | 18284190089 | |
| Blue Ghost Brewery | Breweries, Food & Drink | 125 Underwood | 8283760159 | |
| Blue Kudzu Sake Brewing | Brewery and Asian Restaurant | 372 Depot St | 8283507790 | |
| Brew-ed Brewery History Walking Tours | Food Tours, More, Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Walking Tours, Tour | Coxe Ave | 18282789255 | |
| Burial Beer Co., Burial Beer Co | Other Food & Drink, Bars & Clubs, More, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries, Brewery, Brewery Downtow | 40 Collier Ave | 18284752739, 8284752739 | Visit |
| Catawba Brewery Tasting Room | Brewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours | 63 Brook St | 18284247280 | |
| Catawba Brewing Co | Brewery | Sweeten Creek Rd | ||
| Catawba Brewing Company | Brewery Tours, Breweries, Tours, Food & Drink | 32 Banks Ave | 18285523934 | |
| French Broad Brewing | Brewers, Wineries | 101 Fairview Rd | 8282770222 | |
| Funkatorium | brewery, Brewery | 147 Coxe Ave | Visit | |
| Green Man Brewing Co | Brewers | 23 Buxton Ave | 8282525502 | |
| Hi-wire Brewing | Brewery and Pub Downtown Asheville, Brewery and Pub | 197 Hilliard Ave | 8285759675 | Visit |
| Lexington Avenue Brewery | Brewery, Restaurant, and Bar Downtown Asheville, Brewery, Restaurant, and Bar | 39 N Lexington Ave | 8282520212 | Visit |
| Mills River Brewery | Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar | 330 Rockwood Rd | 8289893747 | Visit |
| Noble Cider | Brewery and Music Venue | 356 New Leicester Hwy | 8285759622 | Visit |
| Pisgah Brewery | Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries | 150 E | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing | Brewers | 515 Ferncliff Park Dr | 8286877215 | |
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company | Food & Drink, Breweries | 100 Sierra Nevada Way | 8286815300 | |
| Thirsty Monk Pub & Brewery | Bar, Pub, and Brewery | 92 Patton Ave | 8282545470 | Visit |
| Thirsty Monk South | Brewers | 1836 Hendersonville Rd | 8285054564 | |
| Wedge Brewing Company | Brewery | 125 Roberts St | (828) 505-2792, 8285052792 | Visit |
| Wicked Weed Brewing | Restaurants, Pubs, Breweries, Wineries, Liquor Stores | 91 Biltmore Ave | 8285752890 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Swannanoa
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE HEALTH CARE CENTER 1984 US HIGHWAY 70 |
For profit - Corporation | 106 | 98 | 1/5 | — | 2/5 | 1/5 | 8282982214 |
Pharmacies in Swannanoa
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| INGLES MARKETS - 34 | 2299 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 70 | 828-686-5081 |
| PSA CLINIC PHARMACY | 2294 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 70 | 828-686-3804 |
Cell Towers in Swannanoa
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Elk Mountain) 798 ELK MOUNTAIN SCENIC HIGHWAY | LTOWER | 54 |
Fire Stations in Swannanoa
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swannanoa Volunteer Fire Department | 103 South AVE | Mostly volunteer | 828-686-3335 |
Bridges in Swannanoa
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1972 | 32 | 45,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 115 | 45,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 206 | 27,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 198 | 27,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 113 | 22,750 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 118 | 22,750 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1936 | 167 | 18,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1970 | 233 | 18,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1972 | 29 | 16,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 221 | 16,000 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1947 | 113 | 14,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2002 | 176 | 6,200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 135 | 5,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 180 | 5,500 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1928 | 85 | 3,300 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1970 | 143 | 2,600 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1980 | 49 | 2,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1981 | 110 | 2,100 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1986 | 55 | 2,000 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 37 | 1,400 | G | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 2018 | 21 | 1,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1970 | 88 | 1,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 262 | 850 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1962 | 27 | 630 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2014 | 24 | 630 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1988 | 25 | 500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1986 | 33 | 500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 202 | 390 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 25 | 350 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 35 | 200 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 251 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1955 | 40 | 100 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1974 | 30 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2021 | 51 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1976 | 46 | 100 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Swannanoa
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| FLETCHER WAREHOUSING COMPANY | U.S. HIGHWAY 25 | HENDERSON |
| STEELCASE INC. FLETCHER NORTH CAROLINA | CANE CREEK INDL. PARK | HENDERSON |
Airports Near Swannanoa
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville Regional Airport | AVL | Medium Airport |
| Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport | GSP | Medium Airport |
| Avery County Morrison Field | — | Small Airport |
| Barker Private STOL Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bell Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Big Sandy Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Boomerang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boone Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brevard Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cane Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clute's Hilltop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clyde Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dry Pond Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elk River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flaglor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Changes Farm Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Fox Haven Plantation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friendship Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fulton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Greeneville Municipal Airport | GCY | Small Airport |
| Hendersonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hensley Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| King Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kite Field | — | Small Airport |
| La Dolce Terra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain Ridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murphy Field | — | Small Airport |
| Oolenoy Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paradise Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Patton Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pearson's Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roach Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rondo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutherford County Marchman Field | — | Small Airport |
| Shiflet Field | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Six Oaks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skyline Peak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sloan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport | SPA | Small Airport |
| Srigley Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Strawberry Ridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Flying Few Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tommy's Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Transylvania Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turner Field | — | Small Airport |
| Twin Airpark | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Swannanoa
8 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville Police Department | ||
| Asheville Police Department | ||
| Black Mountain Police Department | 106 Montreat Road | |
| Campus Police | ||
| Lake Lure Police Department | ||
| Oakley Police Resource Centre | ||
| Old Fort Police Department | ||
| Old Fort Police Department | 44 Catawba Avenue |
Grocery Stores in Swannanoa
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| CVS PHARMACY 2538 | Other | 2531 US 70 Hwy |
| Dollar General 23313 | Other | 110 Rowland Rd |
| Eblen Short Stop #8 | Convenience Store | 1438 Tunnel Rd |
| Grocery Outlet 26 | Grocery Store | 1380 Tunnel Rd |
| Shree Uma Llc | Convenience Store | 2077 US Highway 70 |
| Stop N Go 9 | Convenience Store | 1930 Us 70 Hwy |
| Tienda Mexicana Y Carniceria El Ranchito Llc | Grocery Store | 2298 US Highway 70 |
Post Offices in Swannanoa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Postal Service | 2311 US-70 |
Treatment Centers in Swannanoa
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Advent Health - Behavioral Health Services | Both | 828-681-2282 |
| Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - ATS of North Carolina LLC | Substance Abuse | 828-225-6050 |
| BHG Asheville Treatment Center - BHG XXXVI LLC | Substance Abuse | 828-252-8748 |
| CooperRiis Healing Community | Both | 828-899-4673 |
| Daymark Recovery Services - Caiyalynn Burrell Child Crisis Center | Both | 877-277-8873 |
| FIRST at Blue Ridge Inc | Substance Abuse | 828-669-0011 x1113 |
| Insight Human Services - Womens Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 828-350-8343 |
| JFK Alcohol and Drug Abuse Trt Ctr | Both | 828-257-6200 |
| MAHEC Center for Psychiatry and - Mental Wellness | Both | 828-398-3601 |
| Mission Hospital Copestone | Substance Abuse | 822-213-1111 |
| Mission Outpatient Behav Health Prog | Both | 828-213-4696 |
| Oasis Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 828-417-7352 |
| Silver Ridge | Substance Abuse | 855-875-4820 |
| Start Fresh Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 910-755-7180 |
DOL Wage Violations in Swannanoa
5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $37,062 in back wages owed to 43 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson Homes, Inc. | — | — | 28778 | — | 1 | $19,838 | $1,803 | 11 |
| Carolina Ready Mix & Builders | — | — | 28778 | — | 1 | $8,719 | $513 | 17 |
| Autohause of Asheville | — | — | 28778 | — | 1 | $7,522 | $1,075 | 7 |
| Riddle's Fix All | — | — | 28778 | — | 1 | $604 | $101 | 6 |
| VIP Pet Resorts Swannanoa | — | — | 28778 | — | 1 | $379 | $190 | 2 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Swannanoa
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ADVENTURES IN LIVING INC | 290 NEW SALEM RD |
| ASAMBLEA PROFETICA BEREA INC | 402 GOLDEN BREEZE RD |
| HERMITAGE HEART | 146 WOODBURN DR |
| KENNETH RUSSELL MINISTRIES INC | 2332 US HWY 70 |
| KRB FOUNDATION | 15 RIPARIAN WAY |
| RANT LIFE | PO BOX 1038 |
| TEMPLE OF THE OPEN HEART | 254 NEW SALEM RD |
| VALLEY HOPE CHURCH | 115 ROCKDALE AVE |
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What is the population of Swannanoa?
Swannanoa has a population of 6,043 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 947 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.
Is Swannanoa expensive to live in?
Swannanoa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $72,978, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $270,800 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Swannanoa safe?
Swannanoa is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,696 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Swannanoa receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Swannanoa?
Swannanoa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Swannanoa?
The job market in Swannanoa is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,130. There are 13,107 business establishments in the area, including 971 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 11.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Swannanoa?
The median home value in Swannanoa is $270,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,889. For renters, the median monthly rent is $692. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,058.
How are the schools in Swannanoa?
Schools in Swannanoa score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.8% of adults in Swannanoa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Swannanoa?
The obesity rate in Swannanoa is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 76.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:711.
What is transportation like in Swannanoa?
The average commute in Swannanoa is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Swannanoa?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Swannanoa is 82.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 12.4% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 84.8% have health insurance coverage.
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