Living in Madison County, North Carolina

Madison County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 21,139, part of the Asheville, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Mars Hill, Marshall, Hot Springs.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,526/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $363K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Madison County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.