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Jonesborough

Pop. 6,232·22nd most expensive in Tennessee·Jonesborough rents are up 29.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,738/mo
Year-over-Year
+29.3%
Month-over-Month
+1.2%
vs US Median
-$227
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Jonesborough · $1,738
More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
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At $1,738/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$70,000/yr
Local median income
$74,015/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Jonesborough's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,020
1 BR
$1,020
2 BR
$1,280
3 BR
$1,590
4 BR+
$1,790
Research median
$1,280/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
$20,856/yr
At $1,738/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 29.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+29.3% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jonesborough, TN is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,232
Median income
$74,015
Median age
42.6
Renters
35.5%
Age distribution
18.2%
22.1%
28%
21%
Under 1818.2%
18–3422.1%
35–5428%
55–6410.7%
65+21%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
77.8%
White77.8%
Black4.4%
Hispanic9.6%
Asian3.5%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
29.7%
36.1%
26.3%
No HS diploma7.9%
HS diploma29.7%
Some college36.1%
Bachelor's+26.3%
Housing tenure
64.5%
35.5%
Owner64.5%
Renter35.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jonesborough, TN has changed in 5 years

Income
$64,464 → $74,015
up 14.8%
Population
5,747 → 6,232
up 8.4%
Renter share
33.3% → 35.5%
+2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
33% → 26.3%
-6.7 pts
Median age
46.8 → 42.6
-4.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Jonesborough, TN now reports about $74,015, up from $64,464 in 2021. The population has grown by 8.4% since 2021, moving from about 5,747 residents to roughly 6,232. Renters now make up 35.5% of households, compared with 33.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 26.3% of adults here, versus 33% in 2021.

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Jonesborough rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jonesborough is $1,738/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,020/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($74,015/yr), Jonesborough ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 29.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jonesborough an affordable city for renters?

Jonesborough is considered affordable for renters. At $1,738/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($74,015/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jonesborough falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Jonesborough?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,738/mo in Jonesborough. The local median household income is $74,015/yr, meaning the typical Jonesborough household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jonesborough?

Rent in Jonesborough has increased 29.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Jonesborough rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Jonesborough is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee for rent, ranking #22 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,738/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jonesborough?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jonesborough ($1,738/mo): Elizabethton ($1,067/mo), Greeneville ($1,114/mo), Kingsport ($1,355/mo).

What percentage of Jonesborough residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.5% of Jonesborough households are renters, while 64.5% are owner-occupied. Jonesborough leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jonesborough rent compare to the national average?

Jonesborough's median rent of $1,738/mo is $227 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #22 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,738/mo, rent takes ~28% of Jonesborough's median household income ($74,015/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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