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What Is the Average Rent in Putnam County, Tennessee?

$908/month 3.1%vs 2023 ($881)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Putnam County, Tennessee is $908/month (±$34), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $282,500 (±$10,622), and the median household income is $58,912/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Putnam County, Tennessee and Neighbouring Counties

Smith: $922Fentress: $709Overton: $832DeKalb: $839Putnam County: $908Cumberland: $839Jackson: $758$922$709$832$839$908$839$758

Housing Metrics for Putnam County, Tennessee

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$908
Median Home Value$282,500
Median Household Income$58,912
Total Housing Units33,601
Renter-Occupied Units13,039
Renter-Occupied Share39%
Households Paying 50%+ Income2,995 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$622n/a
1 BR$715-18.1%
2 BR$914-9.7%
3 BR$1,126+4.1%
4 BR$1,199n/a

How does Putnam County, Tennessee compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Tennessee.

Higher rent than 73% of counties in Tennessee · 27th of 95

Cheapest: Pickett County($564)
Priciest: Williamson County($1,969)
#CountyValue
1Williamson County$1,969
2Davidson County$1,582
3Rutherford County$1,502
… 23 more …
27Putnam County(you are here)$908
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93Pickett County$564
94Clay County$557
95Lake County$532

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Putnam County, Tennessee?

The median gross rent in Putnam County, Tennessee is $908/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 Putnam County, Tennessee?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Putnam County, Tennessee is $914/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$41. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Putnam County, Tennessee?

The median home value in Putnam County, Tennessee is $282,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Putnam County are rent-burdened?

In Putnam County, Tennessee, 2,995 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 Putnam County, Tennessee?

The median household income in Putnam County, Tennessee is $58,912/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 $908 has a margin of error of ±$34. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.