Cost of Living in Hamilton County, TN

What does it cost to live in Hamilton County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$69,069

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

Median Home

$250,900

Affordability

382

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,269
Property Tax$153
Insurance$84

Total Monthly$1,506
% of Income26.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,079
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,104
% of Income18.7%

Living in Hamilton County, Tennessee

Hamilton County has a median household income of $69,069 with housing costs that represent 26.2% of income for owners and 18.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.