How much does it cost to rent in Murfreesboro, TN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Murfreesboro, TN is $1,687. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Murfreesboro cheaper than other Tennessee cities?

Murfreesboro falls in the middle range for Tennessee, ranking #31 out of 65 cities at $1,687/mo.

When was Murfreesboro rent data last updated?

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

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Murfreesboro

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Pop. 161,445·31st most expensive in Tennessee·Rental market data updated monthly for Murfreesboro, TN

Median rent (all units)

$1,687/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.1%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

-$278

Stable (Monthly)

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Murfreesboro · $1,687

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Murfreesboro's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,687/mo

Expected by trend

$1,853/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Murfreesboro's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,505

1 BR

$1,560

2 BR

$1,728

3 BR

$2,183

4 BR+

$2,688

Research median

$1,728/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

$20,244/yr

At $1,687/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.1% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Murfreesboro, TN is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 43% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

161,445

Median income

$80,108

Median age

31.6

Renters

47.6%

Age distribution

23.3%

32%

24.7%

Under 1823.3%

18–3432%

35–5424.7%

55–649.4%

65+10.6%

Gender

49%

51%

Male49%

Female51%

Race & ethnicity

65.1%

16.4%

White65.1%

Black16.4%

Hispanic9.7%

Asian3.7%

Other5.1%

Education (25+)

24.1%

27.2%

43%

No HS diploma5.7%

HS diploma24.1%

Some college27.2%

Bachelor's+43%

Housing tenure

52.4%

47.6%

Owner52.4%

Renter47.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Murfreesboro, TN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,320 → $1,687

up 27.8%

Income

$66,984 → $80,108

up 19.6%

Population

148,970 → 161,445

up 8.4%

Renter share

47.3% → 47.6%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

41.4% → 43%

+1.6 pts

Median age

30.9 → 31.6

+0.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Murfreesboro, TN has shifted from $1,320 to $1,687, up 27.8% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Murfreesboro, TN now reports about $80,108, up from $66,984 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Murfreesboro, TN adding about 12,475 residents over the five-year window, up 8.4% on net. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Murfreesboro, TN reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Murfreesboro on your salary?

At $1,687/mo, how Murfreesboro rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

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Murfreesboro rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Murfreesboro, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Murfreesboro is $1,687/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,505/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,728/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,183/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($80,108/yr), Murfreesboro ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Murfreesboro an affordable city for renters?

Murfreesboro is considered affordable for renters. At $1,687/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($80,108/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Murfreesboro falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Murfreesboro?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,687/mo in Murfreesboro. The local median household income is $80,108/yr, meaning the typical Murfreesboro household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Murfreesboro?

Rent in Murfreesboro has increased 2.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Murfreesboro neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Murfreesboro are 37130 ($1,563/mo), 37128 ($1,734/mo), and 37129 ($1,795/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Murfreesboro is $1,687/mo.

How does Murfreesboro rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Murfreesboro is middle-of-the-pack for Tennessee for rent, ranking #31 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,687/mo.

What percentage of Murfreesboro residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.6% of Murfreesboro households are renters, while 52.4% are owner-occupied. Murfreesboro leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Murfreesboro rent compare to the national average?

Murfreesboro's median rent of $1,687/mo is $278 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #31 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,687/mo, rent takes ~25% of Murfreesboro's median household income ($80,108/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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