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

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

Is Ooltewah cheaper than other Tennessee cities?

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

When was Ooltewah rent data last updated?

Ooltewah 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

Ooltewah

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Pop. 578·5th most expensive in Tennessee·Rental market data updated monthly for Ooltewah, TN

Median rent (all units)

$2,138/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.7%

Month-over-Month

+5.0%

vs US Median

+$173

Rising (Monthly)

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Ooltewah · $2,138

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

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Ooltewah's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,138/mo

Expected by trend

$2,228/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,610

1 BR

$1,680

2 BR

$1,870

3 BR

$2,360

4 BR+

$2,550

Research median

$1,870/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 1.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, +5.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ooltewah, TN is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

578

Median income

$62,292

Median age

57.2

Renters

36.3%

Age distribution

16.1%

18.9%

12.1%

16.3%

36.7%

Under 1816.1%

18–3418.9%

35–5412.1%

55–6416.3%

65+36.7%

Gender

43.6%

56.4%

Male43.6%

Female56.4%

Race & ethnicity

100%

White100%

Education (25+)

33.6%

37.9%

24.7%

No HS diploma3.7%

HS diploma33.6%

Some college37.9%

Bachelor's+24.7%

Housing tenure

63.7%

36.3%

Owner63.7%

Renter36.3%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Ooltewah, TN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,065 → $2,138

up 3.5%

Income

$-666,666,666 → $62,292

down 100.0%

Population

479 → 578

up 20.7%

Renter share

33% → 36.3%

+3.3 pts

Bachelor's+

30.5% → 24.7%

-5.8 pts

Median age

73.4 → 57.2

-16.2 yrs

Rent in Ooltewah, TN has climbed 3.5% since 2023, going from about $2,065 per month to roughly $2,138 today. Household income in the area moved from $-666,666,666 to $62,292 across the same window, down 100.0% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 103.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 479 to 578 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.7% change. About 36.3% of households rent today, against 33% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 30.5% to 24.7%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Ooltewah, TN look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ooltewah on your salary?

At $2,138/mo, how Ooltewah 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

Ooltewah rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ooltewah

About renting in Ooltewah, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ooltewah is $2,138/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,870/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,680/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,360/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($62,292/yr), Ooltewah ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ooltewah an affordable city for renters?

Ooltewah is considered stretched for renters. At $2,138/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($62,292/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ooltewah significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Ooltewah?

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 Ooltewah. The local median household income is $62,292/yr, meaning the typical Ooltewah household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ooltewah?

Rent in Ooltewah has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Ooltewah rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ooltewah ($2,138/mo): East Ridge ($1,322/mo), Cleveland ($1,439/mo), Hixson ($1,577/mo).

What percentage of Ooltewah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.3% of Ooltewah households are renters, while 63.7% are owner-occupied. Ooltewah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ooltewah rent compare to the national average?

Ooltewah'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

41%

STRETCHED

At $2,138/mo, rent takes ~41% of Ooltewah's median household income ($62,292/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ooltewah 41%Benchmark 30%

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