About the Hendersonville NC Area

Henderson County was formed out of the southern part of Buncombe County in 1838 and was named for Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court, Judge Leonard Henderson.

Hendersonville NC is the county seat for Henderson County and is almost completely circled by mountains.  It offers easy access from the lowlands (South Carolina) and neighboring Transylvania, Buncombe, Rutherford and Polk Counties.

Hendersonville's historic district has been welcoming guest for more than a century, thus creating a strong tourism based industry for the county.  The economy of Henderson County is based largely on tourism, manufacturing, retirement and agriculture.  Moreover, Henderson County is North Carolina's largest apple producer.

Come visit the Hendersonville NC area today and see for yourself why it has been called a "city of rich history and culture, Southern hospitality and charm."

Quick Facts

Geography and Climate

• Henderson County - 375 sq miles                          
• Average Elevation - 2200 feet
• Average January Daily Temperature - 40º F 
• Average July Daily Temperature - 85º  F

Population

• Henderson County - 97,792
• Hendersonville - 12,237