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Cost of living in Lawrence County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,514/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 44,901 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $708 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $443 18%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lawrence County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$708
per month
2 bedroom
$929
per month
3 bedroom
$1,119
per month
4 bedroom
$1,232
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lawrence County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,233
per year
Individual earnings
$37,169
per year
Per capita
$27,208
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lawrence County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$176,700
Annual property tax
$940

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lawrence 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 Lawrence County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.9%

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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.9 min
Drive alone
83.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lawrence County

What it costs to live in Lawrence County each month.

Single person
$2,514
per month
  • Rent $708
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $443
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,573
per month
  • Rent $929
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $541
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,888
per month
  • Rent $1,119
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $541
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lawrence County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lawrence County?

In Lawrence County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $708 per month, a two-bedroom averages $929 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,119 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lawrence County?

In Lawrence County, TN, the average household income is $53,233 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,169 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lawrence County?

The estimated cost of living in Lawrence County, TN is approximately $2,514 per month for a single person, $3,573 for a couple, $5,888 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lawrence County?

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

Is Lawrence County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lawrence County, TN would need approximately $2,514 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,233 per year ($4,436 per month). Lawrence County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lawrence County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lawrence County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lawrence County?

The average home value in Lawrence County, TN is $176,700, with average annual property taxes of $940, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lawrence County compare to other areas?

You can compare Lawrence County, TN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lawrence County is in the Lawrenceburg, 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