Cost of Living in Jefferson City, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.2
100 = national avg
-7.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,582
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,920
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.5
Food91.1
Transportation101.6
Healthcare92.9
Utilities93.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$887
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,135
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson City is 92.2, which is 7.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,582 per year to cover basic expenses.