Rental GuideChattanooga, TN

Chattanooga rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,450

Year Over Year Change

-3%

$58

Rentals available, last 30 days

551

Rent ranges for Chattanooga apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

12%

$1,501 - $2,250

30%

$751 - $1,500

52%

$0 - $750

12%

30%

52%

How has rent in Chattanooga, TN changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Chattanooga, TN, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,450, which is a 3.44% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga, TN is about $1,174. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga, TN is $1,300, and studios are about $1,199 per month.

See more Chattanooga, TN rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Chattanooga, TN?

schools

45,902

students

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Who lives in Chattanooga, TN?

Gender

47% Male

53% Female

Age Range

0-19

23%

20-34

24%

35-44

12%

45-64

23%

65+

16%

Language

English

90%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

11%

High School

48%

Bachelor's

28%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Chattanooga, TN?

Families

38% Families

62% Single

Property

47% Renters

53% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

25%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

11%

150k+

How do residents get around Chattanooga, TN?

Chattanooga locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) to navigate Chattanooga and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Chattanooga is through Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 108.10 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Chattanooga are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Chattanooga, TN

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Chattanooga, 68% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Chattanooga

Pet friendly

73%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

69%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

52%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Weather

Job market

Quality schools

Nightlife

Dating scene

Affordable housing

Cost of living

Weather

47%

Job market

42%

Quality schools

42%

Nightlife

31%

Dating scene

31%

Affordable housing

26%

Cost of living

10%

47%

42%

31%

26%

10%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Chattanooga, TN?

The overall cost of living in Chattanooga, TN is 11% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Chattanooga you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.07 per carton, and milk $4.56. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $122.33 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	9% lower
Groceries	3% lower
Utilities	14% lower
Transportation	12% lower
Health	13% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services