Johnson City, TN Rent History

105 months of data, 20172026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,467
1-year change
+13.5%
$175/mo
5-year change
+43.0%
$441/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Johnson City

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$822/mo0.0%
2018$834/mo+1.5%+1.5%
2019$866/mo+3.8%+5.4%
2020$917/mo+5.9%+11.6%
2021$996/mo+8.6%+21.2%
2022$1,197/mo+20.2%+45.6%
2023$1,308/mo+9.3%+59.1%
2024$1,399/mo+7.0%+70.2%
2025$1,285/mo-8.1%+56.3%
2026$1,488/mo+15.8%+81.0%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Johnson City changed since 2017?

Median rent in Johnson City, TN was $822 in 2017-10 and is $1,467 as of 2026-06 — a change of $645 per month over 9 years.

How much has Johnson City rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Johnson City, TN has changed +43.0% ($441 per month). The current median is $1,467.

Is rent in Johnson City going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Johnson City, TN has increased +13.5% ($175/mo). Current median: $1,467.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.