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Cost of living in Anderson County, TN

Part of the Knoxville Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,132/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 78,175 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,264 40%
Federal tax $505 16%
Healthcare $480 15%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $317 10%
Energy $191 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Anderson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,256
per month
1 bedroom
$1,264
per month
2 bedroom
$1,548
per month
3 bedroom
$1,989
per month
4 bedroom
$2,335
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Anderson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,171
per year
Individual earnings
$40,908
per year
Per capita
$35,460
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Anderson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$215,800
Annual property tax
$1,333

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Anderson County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$147
per month · 13.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$44
per month
Annual total
$2,292
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Anderson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Anderson County

State and local tax rates for Tennessee.

No state income tax
Tennessee does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
7.0%
Combined sales tax
9.6%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Anderson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.7 min
Drive alone
78.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Anderson County

What it costs to live in Anderson County each month.

Single person
$3,132
per month
  • Rent $1,264
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,355
per month
  • Rent $1,548
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $704
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,921
per month
  • Rent $1,989
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $704
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Anderson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Anderson County?

In Anderson County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,264 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,548 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,989 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Anderson County?

In Anderson County, TN, the average household income is $63,171 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,908 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Anderson County?

The estimated cost of living in Anderson County, TN is approximately $3,132 per month for a single person, $4,355 for a couple, $6,921 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Anderson County?

The combined sales tax rate in Anderson County, TN is 9.55%, which includes the Tennessee state rate of 7.00% plus an average local rate of 2.55%.

Is Anderson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Anderson County, TN would need approximately $3,132 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,171 per year ($5,264 per month). Anderson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Anderson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Anderson County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Anderson County?

The average home value in Anderson County, TN is $215,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,333, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Anderson County compare to other areas?

You can compare Anderson County, TN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Anderson County is in the Knoxville, TN metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources