Cost of Living in Kingsport, TN
Population: 55,807 • 2026 Data
$50,436
Median Household Income
-35% vs national
$843
Median Monthly Rent
-37% vs national
$203,000
Median Home Value
-40% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kingsport
The median home value in Kingsport, TN is $203,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $843, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $833.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kingsport, TN is $50,436. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 24,956 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.