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What Is the Average Rent in Knox County, Kentucky?
County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Knox County, Kentucky is $681/month (±$39), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $118,700 (±$14,145), and the median household income is $32,527/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Average Rent in Knox County, Kentucky and Neighbouring Counties
Housing Metrics for Knox County, Kentucky
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $681 |
| Median Home Value | $118,700 |
| Median Household Income | $32,527 |
| Total Housing Units | 11,711 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 4,061 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 35% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 932 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $296 | -48.1% |
| 2 BR | $683 | -19.3% |
| 3 BR | $725 | -24.9% |
| 4 BR | $1,064 | -18.7% |
How does Knox County, Kentucky compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Kentucky.
Higher rent than 25% of counties in Kentucky · 91th of 120
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boone County | $1,373 |
| 2 | Scott County | $1,247 |
| 3 | Oldham County | $1,219 |
| … 87 more … | ||
| 91 | Knox County(you are here) | $681 |
| … 26 more … | ||
| 118 | Martin County | $450 |
| 119 | Owsley County | $448 |
| 120 | Elliott County | $432 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Knox County, Kentucky?
The median gross rent in Knox County, Kentucky is $681/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Knox County, Kentucky?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Knox County, Kentucky is $683/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$42. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Knox County, Kentucky?
The median home value in Knox County, Kentucky is $118,700 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Knox County are rent-burdened?
In Knox County, Kentucky, 932 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Knox County, Kentucky?
The median household income in Knox County, Kentucky is $32,527/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $681 has a margin of error of ±$39. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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