Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee is $1,481/month (±$41), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $402,100 (±$9,124), and the median household income is $80,108/year. The unemployment rate in Rutherford County, Tennessee was 2.8% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Murfreesboro city, Tennessee
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,481 |
| Median Home Value | $402,100 |
| Median Household Income | $80,108 |
| Total Housing Units | 60,683 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 28,900 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 48% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 5,746 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 2.8% |
How does Murfreesboro city, Tennessee compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Tennessee.
Higher rent than 91% of cities in Tennessee · 37th of 385
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belle Meade city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Forest Hills city | $3,501 |
| 3 | Brentwood city | $2,825 |
| … 33 more … | ||
| 37 | Murfreesboro city(you are here) | $1,481 |
| … 345 more … | ||
| 383 | Jamestown city | $377 |
| 384 | Byrdstown town | $307 |
| 385 | Waynesboro city | $294 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee?
The median gross rent in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee is $1,481/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 Murfreesboro city, Tennessee?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee?
The median home value in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee is $402,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Murfreesboro city are rent-burdened?
In Murfreesboro city, Tennessee, 5,746 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 Murfreesboro city, Tennessee?
The median household income in Murfreesboro city, Tennessee is $80,108/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 $1,481 has a margin of error of ±$41. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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