How much does it cost to rent in Mount Juliet, TN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Juliet, TN is $2,138. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Juliet cheaper than other Tennessee cities?

Mount Juliet is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee, ranking #5 out of 65 cities tracked at $2,138/mo.

When was Mount Juliet rent data last updated?

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

City Report · TN

Mount Juliet

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Pop. 42,073·5th most expensive in Tennessee·Mount Juliet rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,138/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.5%

vs US Median

+$173

Rising (Monthly)

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Mount Juliet · $2,138

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

60/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Mount Juliet's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,138/mo

Expected by trend

$2,249/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,030

1 BR

$2,100

2 BR

$2,330

3 BR

$2,940

4 BR+

$3,620

Research median

$2,330/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

$25,656/yr

At $2,138/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Juliet, TN is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

42,073

Median income

$107,068

Median age

39.3

Renters

27.9%

Age distribution

26.4%

17.5%

31.2%

13.2%

Under 1826.4%

18–3417.5%

35–5431.2%

55–6411.7%

65+13.2%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

77.1%

White77.1%

Black7.3%

Hispanic7.4%

Asian5%

Other3.2%

Education (25+)

19.8%

27.4%

49.5%

No HS diploma3.2%

HS diploma19.8%

Some college27.4%

Bachelor's+49.5%

Housing tenure

72.1%

27.9%

Owner72.1%

Renter27.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mount Juliet, TN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,599 → $2,138

up 33.7%

Income

$98,628 → $107,068

up 8.6%

Population

38,059 → 42,073

up 10.5%

Renter share

24.2% → 27.9%

+3.7 pts

Bachelor's+

46% → 49.5%

+3.5 pts

Median age

38.4 → 39.3

+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Mount Juliet, TN has climbed from $1,599 to $2,138, a 33.7% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Mount Juliet, TN now reports about $107,068, up from $98,628 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 10.5% since 2021, moving from about 38,059 residents to roughly 42,073. Renters now make up 27.9% of households, compared with 24.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 49.5% of adults here, versus 46% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mount Juliet, TN reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mount Juliet on your salary?

At $2,138/mo, how Mount Juliet rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 20.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 44.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 49.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mount Juliet rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mount Juliet, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Juliet is $2,138/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,940/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($107,068/yr), Mount Juliet ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Juliet an affordable city for renters?

Mount Juliet is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,138/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($107,068/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Juliet falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Juliet?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,138/mo in Mount Juliet. The local median household income is $107,068/yr, meaning the typical Mount Juliet household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Juliet?

Rent in Mount Juliet has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mount Juliet rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Mount Juliet is one of the pricier cities in Tennessee for rent, ranking #5 out of 65 tracked cities at $2,138/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Juliet?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mount Juliet ($2,138/mo): Gallatin ($1,633/mo), Hendersonville ($1,678/mo), Smyrna ($1,693/mo).

What percentage of Mount Juliet residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.9% of Mount Juliet households are renters, while 72.1% are owner-occupied. Mount Juliet leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mount Juliet rent compare to the national average?

Mount Juliet's median rent of $2,138/mo is $173 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #5 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,138/mo, rent takes ~24% of Mount Juliet's median household income ($107,068/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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