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Cost of living in Robertson County, TN

Part of the Nashville Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,565/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 74,291 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,650 46%
Federal tax $552 15%
Healthcare $480 13%
Transport $320 9%
Groceries $317 9%
Energy $191 5%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Robertson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,589
per month
1 bedroom
$1,650
per month
2 bedroom
$1,827
per month
3 bedroom
$2,308
per month
4 bedroom
$2,840
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Robertson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$78,439
per year
Individual earnings
$43,822
per year
Per capita
$36,135
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Robertson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$296,700
Annual property tax
$1,547

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Robertson 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 Robertson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.6%

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 Robertson 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 Robertson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.6 min
Drive alone
80.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Robertson County

What it costs to live in Robertson County each month.

Single person
$3,565
per month
  • Rent $1,650
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $552
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,884
per month
  • Rent $1,827
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $954
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,490
per month
  • Rent $2,308
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $954
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Robertson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Robertson County?

In Robertson County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,650 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,827 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,308 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Robertson County?

In Robertson County, TN, the average household income is $78,439 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,822 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Robertson County?

The estimated cost of living in Robertson County, TN is approximately $3,565 per month for a single person, $4,884 for a couple, $7,490 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Robertson County?

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

Is Robertson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Robertson County, TN would need approximately $3,565 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $78,439 per year ($6,537 per month). Robertson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Robertson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Robertson County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Robertson County?

The average home value in Robertson County, TN is $296,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,547, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Robertson County compare to other areas?

You can compare Robertson County, TN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Robertson County is in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, 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