Athens, TN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Athens, Tennessee?
$3,360 / month
for a family, 37.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $40,320 for the year for a family.
$2,333 / month
for a single person, 51.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,000 for the year for a single person.

Athens cost of living score
77.2
Less expensive
22.8% lower
than the US average
14.1% lower
than the Tennessee average
Athens, Tennessee gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.8% lower than the U.S. average and 14.1% higher than the average for Tennessee.

Athens, TN

Housing costs in Athens?
A typical home costs $210,000, which is 37.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.3% less expensive than the average Tennessee home, at $277,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Athens costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,070.

Can I afford Athens?
To live comfortably in Athens, Tennessee, a minimum annual income of $40,320 for a family, and $28,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Athens?
Athens, TN is an affordable place to live with a moderate cost of living. The median home value in the city is just under $135,000 which is significantly lower than the national average of $184,700. Groceries and other essential items tend to be on the lower end of the price scale as well. Additionally, taxes are relatively low and transportation costs are kept economical due to inexpensive public transit options. All in all, Athens provides a comfortable lifestyle at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAthensTennesseeUnited States
    Unlock89.9100.0
  95.1  Unlock100.0
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  53.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$277,400$338,100
  96.5  Unlock100.0
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  82.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Hi! I live in Athens, TN but am originally from Florida. Athens, TN is a beautiful city right between Chattanooga and Knoxville. We are 2 hours from Atlanta, GA,   More

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Over 14 years ago

i thnik it is fine the way it  More

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