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Cost of living in Sevier County, TN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,721/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 98,802 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $955 35%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $403 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $317 12%
Energy $191 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Sevier County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$849
per month
1 bedroom
$955
per month
2 bedroom
$1,149
per month
3 bedroom
$1,505
per month
4 bedroom
$1,523
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sevier County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,829
per year
Individual earnings
$34,716
per year
Per capita
$33,686
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sevier County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$259,500
Annual property tax
$815

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sevier 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 Sevier County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.3%

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 Sevier 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 Sevier County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.9 min
Drive alone
78.4%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sevier County

What it costs to live in Sevier County each month.

Single person
$2,721
per month
  • Rent $955
  • Energy $191
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $317
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $403
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,967
per month
  • Rent $1,149
  • Energy $229
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $525
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $715
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,448
per month
  • Rent $1,505
  • Energy $286
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $797
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $715
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Sevier County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sevier County?

In Sevier County, TN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $955 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,149 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,505 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sevier County?

In Sevier County, TN, the average household income is $63,829 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,716 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sevier County?

The estimated cost of living in Sevier County, TN is approximately $2,721 per month for a single person, $3,967 for a couple, $6,448 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sevier County?

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

Is Sevier County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sevier County, TN would need approximately $2,721 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,829 per year ($5,319 per month). Sevier County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sevier County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sevier County, TN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sevier County?

The average home value in Sevier County, TN is $259,500, with average annual property taxes of $815, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sevier County compare to other areas?

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