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Cost of living in Rhea County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,473/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 33,299 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $685 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $425 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $317 13%
Energy $191 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Rhea County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$681
per month
1 bedroom
$685
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,187
per month
4 bedroom
$1,192
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rhea County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,133
per year
Individual earnings
$36,024
per year
Per capita
$28,160
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rhea County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$178,500
Annual property tax
$825

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rhea 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 Rhea County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.4%

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 Rhea 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 Rhea County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.4 min
Drive alone
81.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rhea County

What it costs to live in Rhea County each month.

Single person
$2,473
per month
  • Rent $685
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $425
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,623
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,036
per month
  • Rent $1,187
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Rhea County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rhea County?

In Rhea County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $685 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,187 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rhea County?

In Rhea County, TN, the average household income is $58,133 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,024 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rhea County?

The estimated cost of living in Rhea County, TN is approximately $2,473 per month for a single person, $3,623 for a couple, $6,036 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rhea County?

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

Is Rhea County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rhea County, TN would need approximately $2,473 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,133 per year ($4,844 per month). Rhea County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Rhea County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rhea County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rhea County?

The average home value in Rhea County, TN is $178,500, with average annual property taxes of $825, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rhea 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