Cost of Living in Murfreesboro, TN
Population: 157,547 • 2026 Data
$76,241
Median Household Income
-1% vs national
$1,376
Median Monthly Rent
+2% vs national
$365,100
Median Home Value
+8% vs national
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Murfreesboro
The median home value in Murfreesboro, TN is $365,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,376, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,435.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Murfreesboro, TN is $76,241. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, with a labor force of 90,412 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.