Cost of Living in Brentwood, TN
Population: 45,272 • 2026 Data
$184,720
Median Household Income
+139% vs national
$2,497
Median Monthly Rent
+85% vs national
$926,700
Median Home Value
+173% vs national
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brentwood
The median home value in Brentwood, TN is $926,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,497, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,481.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brentwood, TN is $184,720. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3%, with a labor force of 21,961 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.