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Cost of living in Bledsoe County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,378/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,905 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $685 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $330 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bledsoe County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$681
per month
1 bedroom
$685
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,103
per month
4 bedroom
$1,510
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bledsoe County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,655
per year
Individual earnings
$30,246
per year
Per capita
$23,547
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bledsoe County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$165,400
Annual property tax
$671

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bledsoe 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 Bledsoe County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.5%

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 Bledsoe 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 Bledsoe County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
36.1 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bledsoe County

What it costs to live in Bledsoe County each month.

Single person
$2,378
per month
  • Rent $685
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $330
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,489
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,818
per month
  • Rent $1,103
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bledsoe County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bledsoe County?

In Bledsoe County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $685 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,103 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bledsoe County?

In Bledsoe County, TN, the average household income is $49,655 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,246 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bledsoe County?

The estimated cost of living in Bledsoe County, TN is approximately $2,378 per month for a single person, $3,489 for a couple, $5,818 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bledsoe County?

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

Is Bledsoe County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bledsoe County, TN would need approximately $2,378 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,655 per year ($4,138 per month). Bledsoe County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bledsoe County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bledsoe County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bledsoe County?

The average home value in Bledsoe County, TN is $165,400, with average annual property taxes of $671, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bledsoe County compare to other areas?

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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