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Sevierville

Pop. 18,397·27th most expensive in Tennessee·Sevierville rents have dropped 5.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,711/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.6%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$254
Falling (Monthly)
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Sevierville · $1,711
More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,711/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$68,000/yr
Local median income
$52,421/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sevierville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$545
1 BR
$1,026
2 BR
$1,062
3 BR
$1,314
Research median
$1,062/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$20,532/yr
At $1,711/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 5.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.6% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sevierville, TN is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,397
Median income
$52,421
Median age
39.6
Renters
49.4%
Age distribution
19.6%
24.6%
23.4%
13.9%
18.4%
Under 1819.6%
18–3424.6%
35–5423.4%
55–6413.9%
65+18.4%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
71.1%
22%
White71.1%
Black2.4%
Hispanic22%
Asian4.2%
Education (25+)
12.6%
30%
32.8%
24.6%
No HS diploma12.6%
HS diploma30%
Some college32.8%
Bachelor's+24.6%
Housing tenure
50.6%
49.4%
Owner50.6%
Renter49.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sevierville, TN has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,073 → $52,421
up 16.3%
Population
18,038 → 18,397
up 2.0%
Renter share
47% → 49.4%
+2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
19.9% → 24.6%
+4.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Sevierville, TN now reports about $52,421, up from $45,073 in 2021. Census counts show Sevierville, TN adding about 359 residents over the five-year window, up 2.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 47% to 49.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.9% to 24.6% across the same window.

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Sevierville rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Sevierville, TN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sevierville is $1,711/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $545/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,062/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,026/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,314/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($52,421/yr), Sevierville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sevierville an affordable city for renters?

Sevierville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,711/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($52,421/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sevierville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Sevierville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,711/mo in Sevierville. The local median household income is $52,421/yr, meaning the typical Sevierville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sevierville?

Rent in Sevierville has decreased 5.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Sevierville rent compare to other cities in Tennessee?

Sevierville is middle-of-the-pack for Tennessee for rent, ranking #27 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,711/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sevierville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sevierville ($1,711/mo): Jefferson City ($1,152/mo), Seymour ($1,625/mo).

What percentage of Sevierville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.4% of Sevierville households are renters, while 50.6% are owner-occupied. Sevierville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sevierville rent compare to the national average?

Sevierville's median rent of $1,711/mo is $254 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Tennessee, it ranks #27 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $1,711/mo, rent takes ~39% of Sevierville's median household income ($52,421/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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