Cost of Living in Karns, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.6
100 = national avg
+48.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,395
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,571
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.7
Food127.3
Transportation154.6
Healthcare121.9
Utilities129.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,184
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,471
per month
The overall cost of living index in Karns is 148.6, which is 48.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,395 per year to cover basic expenses.