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Cost of living in Lauderdale County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,489/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,933 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $685 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $441 18%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lauderdale County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$681
per month
1 bedroom
$685
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,193
per month
4 bedroom
$1,436
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lauderdale County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,205
per year
Individual earnings
$37,053
per year
Per capita
$25,716
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lauderdale County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,100
Annual property tax
$808

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.0%

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 Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.9 min
Drive alone
83.9%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
2.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lauderdale County

What it costs to live in Lauderdale County each month.

Single person
$2,489
per month
  • Rent $685
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $441
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,482
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $480
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,901
per month
  • Rent $1,193
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $480
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lauderdale County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lauderdale County?

In Lauderdale County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $685 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,193 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lauderdale County?

In Lauderdale County, TN, the average household income is $49,205 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,053 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lauderdale County?

The estimated cost of living in Lauderdale County, TN is approximately $2,489 per month for a single person, $3,482 for a couple, $5,901 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lauderdale County?

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

Is Lauderdale County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lauderdale County, TN would need approximately $2,489 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,205 per year ($4,100 per month). Lauderdale County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lauderdale County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lauderdale County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lauderdale County?

The average home value in Lauderdale County, TN is $122,100, with average annual property taxes of $808, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lauderdale 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