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Average Rent in Maury County, TN↑ Rents rising 10.3% YoY🔺 3rd priciest in TN

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 104,855

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Market Overview

Maury County, TN has rental prices ranging from $1,145/month to $1,956/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,153/month — 18% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $74,162/year, spending $1,153/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Maury County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,475/month, Maury County ranks #3 most expensive of the 73 cities tracked in Tennessee — pricier than 91% of all US cities in our data.

The Maury County Rental Market

The Maury County, TN area has a population of about 104,855 and 29% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Maury County, TN have risen by $138/month (10.3%) over the past year, from $1,337 to $1,475. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Maury County, TN without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $46,120. The local median household income of $74,162 exceeds that threshold by $28,042, making Maury County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Maury County, TN has an unemployment rate of 4.3%, 0.4 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$1,145
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,153
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,475
↑10.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,869
Average
4 Bedrooms
$1,956
Average
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Is Maury County, TN Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$59,000/year
Local median income: $74,162
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,475/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in TNlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Nashville$1,589$1,650$1,827$2,308—
Grainger County$481$575$689$924—
Knoxville$1,256$1,264$1,548$1,989—
Stewart County$625$735$911$1,277—
Kingsport$738$824$1,043$1,343—
Johnson City$890$895$1,119$1,389—

Rent or Buy in Maury County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Maury County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,475/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,475/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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