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Cost of living in Fentress County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,375/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,948 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $685 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $327 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Fentress County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$681
per month
1 bedroom
$685
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,154
per month
4 bedroom
$1,433
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fentress County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,865
per year
Individual earnings
$30,065
per year
Per capita
$24,283
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fentress County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$151,800
Annual property tax
$519

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fentress 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 Fentress County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

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 Fentress 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 Fentress County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.7 min
Drive alone
83.9%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fentress County

What it costs to live in Fentress County each month.

Single person
$2,375
per month
  • Rent $685
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $327
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,507
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,887
per month
  • Rent $1,154
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Fentress County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fentress County?

In Fentress County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $685 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,154 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Fentress County?

In Fentress County, TN, the average household income is $50,865 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,065 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fentress County?

The estimated cost of living in Fentress County, TN is approximately $2,375 per month for a single person, $3,507 for a couple, $5,887 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fentress County?

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

Is Fentress County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fentress County, TN would need approximately $2,375 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,865 per year ($4,239 per month). Fentress County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Fentress County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fentress County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fentress County?

The average home value in Fentress County, TN is $151,800, with average annual property taxes of $519, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fentress 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