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Information on Asheville, Buncombe County

MapLocation markerAsheville is a city in Buncombe County, North Carolina, with a population of 94,589 residents. Asheville Municipal Building is located at 70 Court Plz, PO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802-7148 and can be reached at (828) 259-5600. Mayor: Esther E. Manheimer. ZIP codes: 28801, 28806, 28810, 28813, 28816. Official website: ashevillenc.gov/.


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Asheville City HALL, Buncombe County

Asheville City Hall's addressAsheville Asheville Municipal Building
70 Court Plz, PO Box 7148
Asheville, NC 28802-7148
United States
Phone number of Asheville City Hall+1 828-259-5600
Asheville, NC emailLoading...
Asheville official websiteashevillenc.gov/
Mayor of AshevilleEsther E. Manheimer
Buncombe County, North Carolina: Vital Records Asheville vital records
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Common questions about Asheville

What county is Asheville NC in?

Asheville, NC is located in Buncombe County, in the state of North Carolina.

Who is the mayor of Asheville, NC?

The current mayor of Asheville is Esther E. Manheimer.

How do I contact Asheville Municipal Building?

You can call Asheville Municipal Building at (828) 259-5600. The office is located at 70 Court Plz, PO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802-7148.

What is the ZIP code of Asheville, NC?

The ZIP codes of Asheville are 28801, 28806, 28810, 28813, 28816.

Asheville administrative division

Asheville building department, NC

If you're planning a construction project in Asheville, NC, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential first step. You'll need to visit the Development Services Center, located at 161 South Charlotte Street, to submit your application. This office is your go-to resource for ensuring compliance with local building regulations. It's important to reach out directly to them to get detailed information on the associated costs and processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Whether you're constructing a new building or making significant alterations, securing the correct documentation helps keep your project on track and in line with city requirements.
OfficeDevelopment Services Department
CityAsheville
StateNorth Carolina
Address161 S. Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Phone828-259-5846
Websitehttps://www.ashevillenc.gov/service/development-services/

Demography of Asheville

Name of Asheville inhabitants (demonym)Ashevillan
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population94 589 inhabitants (2020)11 / 346
Population density in Asheville2 109,9 pop/sq mi (814,6 pop/km²)

Asheville City (NC) statistics

Asheville NC Median household income$55,054
Asheville NC Poverty rate17.3%
Asheville NC Unemployment rate3.8%
Asheville NC Educational attainment90.2%

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List of Passport Facilities in Asheville, NC

Where to apply for a passport in Asheville, NC? There are 2 passport offices in Asheville, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
BILTMORE STATION POST OFFICE780 HENDERSONVILLE RD8282716441
DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE POST OFFICE33 COXE AVE.8282716428

Top 3 most popular banks in Asheville

There are 45 bank branches in Asheville.
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Asheville with 9 branch offices, followed by First Bank with 6 branch offices and then Bank of America, National Association with 5 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Asheville:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association9Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Bank6Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Branch Banking and Trust Company5Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
SunTrust Bank4Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Tennessee Bank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
HomeTrust Bank3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TD Bank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
PNC Bank, National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of England1Limited Service Loan Production Office
Capital Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Pinnacle Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The Park National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TruPoint Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office


Asheville administrative numbers

Asheville City code3702140
Asheville town phone area code828
Asheville City postcode28801, 28806, 28810, 28813, 28816

Toponymy and translation of Asheville

Arabic: آشفيلPersian: اشویلHebrew: אשוויל
Japanese: アシュビルKorean: 애슈빌Ossetian: Эшвилл
Russian: ЭшвиллChinese: 阿什维尔 

Transportation modes in Asheville

Airport
Asheville Regional Airport 11 miles
Greeneville-Greene County Municipal Airport 43.9 miles
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport 51.9 miles

Asheville territory

Asheville area44,83 sq mi (116,11 km²)
Asheville altitude2 133 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 35.5956
Longitude: -82.5519
Latitude: 35° 35' 44'' North
Longitude: 82° 33' 7'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Natural parksAsheville isn't part of a natural park

What is Asheville close to?

Nearby cities include: Biltmore Forest, Woodfin, Weaverville and Fletcher
WoodfinWoodfinBlack Mountain
WoodfinNeighbouring townsBiltmore Forest
CantonBiltmore ForestBiltmore Forest
Biltmore Forest 2.6 milesWoodfin 5.8 milesWeaverville 8.9 miles
Fletcher 9.9 milesBlack Mountain 13 milesMontreat 15.2 miles
Canton 16.2 milesMarshall 17.3 milesMars Hill 17.8 miles
Hendersonville 18 milesLaurel Park 18.1 milesClyde 20.4 miles
Old Fort 21.5 milesLake Lure 21.6 milesFlat Rock 22 miles
Brevard 24.7 milesSaluda 25.8 milesWaynesville 25.8 miles
Hot Springs 27.1 milesBurnsville 27.9 milesMaggie Valley 28.7 miles

Other Cities in Buncombe County

Distance to Major Cities in North Carolina

Charlotte : 100 milesRaleigh : 214 milesGreensboro : 157 miles
Durham : 207 milesWinston-Salem : 133 milesFayetteville : 205 miles
Cary : 210 milesWilmington : 281 milesHigh Point : 146 miles
Concord : 112 milesGreenville : 291 milesGastonia : 81 miles closest
Jacksonville : 296 milesChapel Hill : 199 milesHuntersville : 96 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Guides & Resources for North Carolina Residents

Elementary schools in Asheville

Bell Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 273

Claxton Elementary

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 493

Emma Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 353

Estes Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 765

Evergreen Community Charter

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 444

Francine Delany New School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 174

Hall Fletcher Elementary

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 365

Haw Creek Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 382

Ira B Jones Elementary

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 519

Isaac Dickson Elementary

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 543

Johnston Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 296

Oakley Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 463

Sand Hill-Venable Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 629

Vance Elementary

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 470

West Buncombe Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 561

Woodfin Elementary

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 134

Middle schools in Asheville

Asheville Middle

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 796

Eblen Intermediate

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 6
Students : 731

Erwin Middle

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 688

Koontz Intermediate

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 6
Students : 709

Reynolds Middle

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 506

High schools in Asheville

Asheville High

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1021

Early College

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 13
Students : 278

Erwin High

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1316

Middle College

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 11, Highest grade : 12
Students : 60

Nesbitt Discovery Academy

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 296

Reynolds High

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1300

Roberson High

District of Buncombe County Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1619

School of Inquiry and Life Sciences

District of Asheville City Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 351

Alternative schools in Asheville

Invest Collegiate - Imagine

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 805

The Franklin School of Innovation

Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 12
Students : 409

Private schools in Asheville

Asheville Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 169

Asheville Montessori School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 112

Asheville Montessori School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 106

Asheville School

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 287

Azalea Mountain School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 64

Carolina Day School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 626

Emmanuel Lutheran School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 144

French Broad River Academy

Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 92

Hanger Hall School

Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 74

Light Of Wisdom School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 9

Montessori Learning Center Of Asheville

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 45

New City Christian School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 61

North Asheville Christian School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 125

Odyssey Community School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12
Students : 94

Rainbow Community School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 208

The New Classical Academy

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 7
Students : 56