Cost of Living in Pickett County, Tennessee
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Pickett County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Pickett County ranks #164 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 5%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Pickett County, Tennessee
Pickett County's rent burden exceeds state and national norms
Pickett County's 20.3% rent-to-income ratio surpasses Tennessee's 17.6% state average and signals meaningful affordability strain compared to national benchmarks. At just $44,591 median household income, residents paying $755 monthly in rent dedicate one-fifth of their earnings to housing costs.
Among Tennessee's least affordable rental counties
Pickett County ranks in the upper quartile of Tennessee counties for housing affordability challenges, with rent consuming a notably higher share of income than most peers. The county's combination of low median income and moderate rents creates genuine budget pressure for renters.
Rents modest but income too low
Pickett County's $755 median rent is competitive with Morgan County ($742) and Perry County ($747), yet the county's exceptionally low median income of $44,591 makes housing more burdensome than any neighboring county. The affordability challenge stems from income constraints, not rental costs.
Rent consumes 20.3% of median income
Pickett County renters spend $755 monthly—20.3% of the median household income of just $44,591—placing housing costs at the upper threshold of affordability stress. Homeowners face similarly priced ownership at $505 monthly on median home values of $162,200, suggesting broader income challenges beyond housing alone.
Pickett County requires careful income assessment
Relocating families should thoroughly evaluate local job opportunities and income growth potential before committing to Pickett County, where housing costs consume a higher-than-average share of earnings. The county's modest rents offer limited advantage if median incomes remain constrained.
Cost of Living Advisory: Pickett County
Affordability Verdict
Pickett County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $755/month — about 20.3% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Pickett County is $755/month, while owner costs run $505/month. Owning saves approximately $250/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,200/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $21,643/year. With a median household income of $44,591, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 23.0% of renter households in Pickett County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Monroe County where rent averages $699/month, Pickett County is approximately 8% more expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
20.3%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,040
per month
Owner Cost Burden
13.6%
of gross income
The median home in Pickett County may be a stretch
Median home value is $162,200. Estimated monthly cost: $1,295 vs. your max of $1,040.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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