Average Rent in Crockett County, TN↑ Rents rising 0.9% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 13,937
Market Overview
Crockett County, TN has rental prices ranging from $761/month to $1,589/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $843/month — 40% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,049/year, spending $843/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Crockett County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,093/month, Crockett County ranks #14 most expensive of the 74 cities tracked in Tennessee — pricier than 63% of all US cities in our data.
The Crockett County Rental Market
The Crockett County, TN area has a population of about 13,937 and 31% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Crockett County, TN have risen by $10/month (0.9%) over the past year, from $1,083 to $1,093. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Crockett County, TN without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,720. The local median household income of $59,049 exceeds that threshold by $25,329, making Crockett County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Crockett County, TN has an unemployment rate of 3.2%, 0.7 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Crockett County, TN Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in TNlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $1,585 | $1,650 | $1,798 | $2,309 | — |
| Grainger County | $481 | $575 | $689 | $924 | — |
| Grainger County | $756 | $761 | $995 | $1,378 | — |
| Knoxville | $1,171 | $1,178 | $1,475 | $1,844 | — |
| Stewart County | $693 | $812 | $995 | $1,378 | — |
| Kingsport | $760 | $845 | $1,091 | $1,375 | — |
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