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Dyersburg

Pop. 15,979·62nd most expensive in Tennessee·Dyersburg rents are up 5.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$800/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.8%
Month-over-Month
+5.7%
vs US Median
-$1,162
Rising (Monthly)
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Dyersburg · $800
More affordable than 100% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
18% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $800/mo, rent takes about 18% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$32,000/yr
Local median income
$52,064/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dyersburg's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$720
1 BR
$740
2 BR
$900
3 BR
$1,190
4 BR+
$1,190
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$900/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $800 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$9,600/yr
At $800/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.8% YoY, +5.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dyersburg, TN is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,979
Median income
$52,064
Median age
41.5
Renters
51.8%
Age distribution
24.8%
19.1%
24.5%
12.4%
19.2%
Under 1824.8%
18–3419.1%
35–5424.5%
55–6412.4%
65+19.2%
Gender
46.5%
53.5%
Male46.5%
Female53.5%
Race & ethnicity
65.3%
27.9%
White65.3%
Black27.9%
Hispanic3.1%
Asian0.6%
Other3%
Education (25+)
40.3%
26%
21.9%
No HS diploma11.8%
HS diploma40.3%
Some college26%
Bachelor's+21.9%
Housing tenure
48.2%
51.8%
Owner48.2%
Renter51.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dyersburg, TN has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,974 → $52,064
up 13.2%
Population
16,235 → 15,979
down 1.6%
Renter share
48.8% → 51.8%
+3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
21.4% → 21.9%
+0.5 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $45,974 in 2021 to $52,064 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 16,235 to 15,979 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change. About 51.8% of households rent today, against 48.8% in 2021.

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Dyersburg rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Dyersburg is $800/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $900/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,190/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($52,064/yr), Dyersburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dyersburg an affordable city for renters?

Dyersburg is considered very affordable for renters. At $800/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($52,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dyersburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dyersburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $32,000/year (~$15/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $800/mo in Dyersburg. The local median household income is $52,064/yr, meaning the typical Dyersburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dyersburg?

Rent in Dyersburg has increased 5.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dyersburg rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Dyersburg is one of the more affordable cities in Tennessee for rent, ranking #62 out of 62 tracked cities at $800/mo.

What percentage of Dyersburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.8% of Dyersburg households are renters, while 48.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Dyersburg has a strong rental market.

How does Dyersburg rent compare to the national average?

Dyersburg's median rent of $800/mo is $1,162 (59%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #62 out of 62 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $800/mo, rent takes ~18% of Dyersburg's median household income ($52,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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