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Cost of living in Pickett County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,488/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,062 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $712 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $413 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Pickett County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$712
per month
2 bedroom
$934
per month
3 bedroom
$1,125
per month
4 bedroom
$1,308
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pickett County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,591
per year
Individual earnings
$35,339
per year
Per capita
$28,784
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pickett County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$162,200
Annual property tax
$606

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pickett 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 Pickett County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.8%

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 Pickett 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 Pickett County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.5 min
Drive alone
81.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pickett County

What it costs to live in Pickett County each month.

Single person
$2,488
per month
  • Rent $712
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,450
per month
  • Rent $934
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,766
per month
  • Rent $1,125
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Pickett County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pickett County?

In Pickett County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $712 per month, a two-bedroom averages $934 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,125 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pickett County?

In Pickett County, TN, the average household income is $44,591 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,339 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pickett County?

The estimated cost of living in Pickett County, TN is approximately $2,488 per month for a single person, $3,450 for a couple, $5,766 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pickett County?

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

Is Pickett County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pickett County, TN would need approximately $2,488 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,591 per year ($3,716 per month). Pickett County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pickett County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pickett County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pickett County?

The average home value in Pickett County, TN is $162,200, with average annual property taxes of $606, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pickett 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