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Cost of living in Giles County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,593/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,442 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $744 29%
Federal tax $486 19%
Healthcare $480 19%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $191 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Giles County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$739
per month
1 bedroom
$744
per month
2 bedroom
$967
per month
3 bedroom
$1,165
per month
4 bedroom
$1,354
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Giles County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,476
per year
Individual earnings
$39,780
per year
Per capita
$34,348
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Giles County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$204,100
Annual property tax
$953

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Giles 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 Giles County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.7%

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 Giles 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 Giles County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.0 min
Drive alone
83.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Giles County

What it costs to live in Giles County each month.

Single person
$2,593
per month
  • Rent $744
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $486
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,746
per month
  • Rent $967
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $676
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,069
per month
  • Rent $1,165
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $676
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Giles County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Giles County?

In Giles County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $744 per month, a two-bedroom averages $967 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,165 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Giles County?

In Giles County, TN, the average household income is $61,476 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,780 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Giles County?

The estimated cost of living in Giles County, TN is approximately $2,593 per month for a single person, $3,746 for a couple, $6,069 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Giles County?

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

Is Giles County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Giles County, TN would need approximately $2,593 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,476 per year ($5,123 per month). Giles County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Giles County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Giles County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Giles County?

The average home value in Giles County, TN is $204,100, with average annual property taxes of $953, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Giles 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