How much does it cost to rent in Bartlett, TN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bartlett, TN is $1,938. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bartlett cheaper than other Tennessee cities?

Bartlett is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee, ranking #16 out of 65 cities tracked at $1,938/mo.

When was Bartlett rent data last updated?

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

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Bartlett

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Pop. 56,876·16th most expensive in Tennessee·Rental market data updated monthly for Bartlett, TN

Median rent (all units)

$1,938/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.0%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

-$27

Rising (Monthly)

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Bartlett · $1,938

More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Bartlett's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,938/mo

Expected by trend

$2,072/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bartlett's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,475

1 BR

$1,615

2 BR

$1,810

3 BR

$2,380

4 BR+

$2,785

Research median

$1,810/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

$23,256/yr

At $1,938/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.0% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bartlett, TN is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 35.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

56,876

Median income

$102,070

Median age

41.2

Renters

14.4%

Age distribution

23.4%

18.2%

25.5%

14.5%

18.3%

Under 1823.4%

18–3418.2%

35–5425.5%

55–6414.5%

65+18.3%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

69.1%

19.7%

White69.1%

Black19.7%

Hispanic4.4%

Asian3.9%

Other2.9%

Education (25+)

29.5%

29.9%

35.7%

No HS diploma4.9%

HS diploma29.5%

Some college29.9%

Bachelor's+35.7%

Housing tenure

85.6%

14.4%

Owner85.6%

Renter14.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bartlett, TN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,519 → $1,938

up 27.6%

Income

$85,171 → $102,070

up 19.8%

Population

57,639 → 56,876

down 1.3%

Renter share

14% → 14.4%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

36.2% → 35.7%

-0.5 pts

Median age

42 → 41.2

-0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Bartlett, TN has climbed from $1,519 to $1,938, a 27.6% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $85,171 to $102,070 across the same window, up 19.8% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 57,639 residents to roughly 56,876. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Bartlett, TN look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bartlett on your salary?

At $1,938/mo, how Bartlett rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 37.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 44.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Bartlett rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Bartlett, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bartlett is $1,938/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,475/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,615/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,380/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($102,070/yr), Bartlett ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bartlett an affordable city for renters?

Bartlett is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,938/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($102,070/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bartlett falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bartlett?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,938/mo in Bartlett. The local median household income is $102,070/yr, meaning the typical Bartlett household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bartlett?

Rent in Bartlett has increased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bartlett neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bartlett are 38133 ($1,590/mo), and 38135 ($1,815/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bartlett is $1,938/mo.

How does Bartlett rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Bartlett is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee for rent, ranking #16 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,938/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bartlett?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bartlett ($1,938/mo): Memphis ($1,280/mo), Lakeland ($1,725/mo), Cordova ($1,811/mo).

What percentage of Bartlett residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.4% of Bartlett households are renters, while 85.6% are owner-occupied. Bartlett leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bartlett rent compare to the national average?

Bartlett's median rent of $1,938/mo is $27 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #16 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,938/mo, rent takes ~23% of Bartlett's median household income ($102,070/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bartlett 23%Benchmark 30%

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