How much does it cost to rent in Ashland City, TN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ashland City, TN is $1,580. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ashland City cheaper than other Tennessee cities?

Ashland City falls in the middle range for Tennessee, ranking #38 out of 65 cities at $1,580/mo.

When was Ashland City rent data last updated?

Ashland City rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · TN

Ashland City

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Pop. 5,424·38th most expensive in Tennessee·Rental market data updated monthly for Ashland City, TN

Median rent (all units)

$1,580/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.1%

Month-over-Month

-5.8%

vs US Median

-$385

Falling (Monthly)

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Ashland City · $1,580

More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Ashland City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,580/mo

Expected by trend

$1,649/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,330

1 BR

$1,390

2 BR

$1,540

3 BR

$1,940

4 BR+

$2,390

Research median

$1,540/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,960/yr

At $1,580/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 2.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.1% YoY, -5.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ashland City, TN is majority owner-occupied, 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,424

Median income

$79,231

Median age

37.6

Renters

38.1%

Age distribution

23%

21.9%

28.1%

16.3%

Under 1823%

18–3421.9%

35–5428.1%

55–6410.7%

65+16.3%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

85.1%

White85.1%

Black3.8%

Hispanic9.1%

Other1.8%

Education (25+)

29.2%

34.6%

28.2%

No HS diploma8%

HS diploma29.2%

Some college34.6%

Bachelor's+28.2%

Housing tenure

61.9%

38.1%

Owner61.9%

Renter38.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Ashland City, TN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,557 → $1,580

up 1.5%

Income

$62,772 → $79,231

up 26.2%

Population

5,041 → 5,424

up 7.6%

Renter share

42.7% → 38.1%

-4.6 pts

Bachelor's+

19.2% → 28.2%

+9.0 pts

Median age

42.6 → 37.6

-5.0 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Ashland City, TN has climbed from $1,557 to $1,580, a 1.5% change over five years. Median household income rose from $62,772 to $79,231 between 2021 and 2024, a 26.2% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 7.6% since 2021, moving from about 5,041 residents to roughly 5,424. Renters now make up 38.1% of households, compared with 42.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 28.2% of adults here, versus 19.2% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Ashland City, TN reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ashland City on your salary?

At $1,580/mo, how Ashland City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Ashland City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ashland City. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ashland City is $1,580/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,540/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,390/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,940/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($79,231/yr), Ashland City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ashland City an affordable city for renters?

Ashland City is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,580/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($79,231/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ashland City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ashland City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,580/mo in Ashland City. The local median household income is $79,231/yr, meaning the typical Ashland City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ashland City?

Rent in Ashland City has decreased 2.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Ashland City rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Ashland City is middle-of-the-pack for Tennessee for rent, ranking #38 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,580/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ashland City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ashland City ($1,580/mo): Clarksville ($1,376/mo), Springfield ($1,554/mo).

What percentage of Ashland City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.1% of Ashland City households are renters, while 61.9% are owner-occupied. Ashland City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ashland City rent compare to the national average?

Ashland City's median rent of $1,580/mo is $385 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #38 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,580/mo, rent takes ~24% of Ashland City's median household income ($79,231/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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