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Clinton

Pop. 10,239·10th most expensive in Tennessee·Rental market data updated monthly for Clinton, TN
Median rent (all units)
$2,083/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+8.2%
vs US Median
+$118
Rising (Monthly)
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Clinton · $2,083
More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,083/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$83,000/yr
Local median income
$68,882/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Clinton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,060
1 BR
$1,070
2 BR
$1,310
3 BR
$1,680
4 BR+
$1,980
Research median
$1,310/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,996/yr
At $2,083/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +8.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clinton, TN is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 20% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,239
Median income
$68,882
Median age
43.3
Renters
37%
Age distribution
21.3%
20.6%
23.4%
23.1%
Under 1821.3%
18–3420.6%
35–5423.4%
55–6411.6%
65+23.1%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
90.2%
White90.2%
Black2.1%
Hispanic3%
Asian0.5%
Other4.3%
Education (25+)
40.9%
33.3%
20%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma40.9%
Some college33.3%
Bachelor's+20%
Housing tenure
63%
37%
Owner63%
Renter37%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clinton, TN has changed in 5 years

Income
$52,991 → $68,882
up 30.0%
Population
9,982 → 10,239
up 2.6%
Renter share
47.4% → 37%
-10.4 pts
Bachelor's+
17.3% → 20%
+2.7 pts
Median age
47.6 → 43.3
-4.3 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $68,882 today, compared with $52,991 five years earlier. Census counts show Clinton, TN adding about 257 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 47.4% to 37%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.3% to 20% across the same window.

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About renting in Clinton, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clinton is $2,083/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,070/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,680/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($68,882/yr), Clinton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clinton an affordable city for renters?

Clinton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,083/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($68,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clinton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Clinton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,083/mo in Clinton. The local median household income is $68,882/yr, meaning the typical Clinton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clinton?

Rent in Clinton has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Clinton rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Clinton is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee for rent, ranking #10 out of 65 tracked cities at $2,083/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clinton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Clinton ($2,083/mo): Oak Ridge ($1,673/mo), Knoxville ($1,735/mo), Louisville ($1,800/mo).

What percentage of Clinton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37% of Clinton households are renters, while 63% are owner-occupied. Clinton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Clinton rent compare to the national average?

Clinton's median rent of $2,083/mo is $118 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #10 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,083/mo, rent takes ~36% of Clinton's median household income ($68,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clinton 36%Benchmark 30%
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