Living in Transylvania County, North Carolina

Transylvania County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 33,211. The main communities are Brevard, Rosman.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $756/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $438K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

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. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Transylvania County has older demographics, with a median age of 51 and a moderately educated workforce (33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.