Cost of Living in East Ridge, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.7
100 = national avg
-3.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,528
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,520
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.3
Food92.8
Transportation85.6
Healthcare94.2
Utilities97.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,263
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,390
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Ridge is 96.7, which is 3.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,528 per year to cover basic expenses.