Cost of Living in Cookeville, TN
Population: 35,544 • 2026 Data
$48,501
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$885
Median Monthly Rent
-34% vs national
$263,800
Median Home Value
-22% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Cookeville
The median home value in Cookeville, TN is $263,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $885, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $890.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Cookeville, TN is $48,501. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 17,743 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.