Cost of Living in Putnam County, TN

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

Median Income

$54,371

Median Rent

$842/mo

Median Home

$221,200

Affordability

350

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,119
Property Tax$103
Insurance$74

Total Monthly$1,296
% of Income28.6%

Renting

Median Rent$842
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$867
% of Income18.6%

Living in Putnam County, Tennessee

Putnam County has a median household income of $54,371 with housing costs that represent 28.6% of income for owners and 18.6% 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.