Living in Haywood County, North Carolina

Haywood County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 59,868, part of the Asheville, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Waynesville, Canton, Clyde.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,472/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $345K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 45°F) and cool summers (highs around 73°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Haywood County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.