Rental GuideKingsport, TN

Kingsport rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,300

Year Over Year Change

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Kingsport 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

$1,501 - $2,250

21%

$751 - $1,500

67%

$0 - $750

21%

67%

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

The average rent in Kingsport, TN, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,300, which is a 0.23% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Kingsport, TN is about $942. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Kingsport, TN is $1,199, and studios are about $1,100 per month.

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

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

schools

8,380

students

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Who lives in Kingsport, TN?

Gender

46% Male

54% Female

Age Range

0-19

21%

20-34

17%

35-44

11%

45-64

24%

65+

25%

Language

English

97%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

11%

High School

52%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Kingsport, TN?

Families

47% Families

53% Single

Property

38% Renters

62% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

28%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Kingsport, TN?

Kingsport locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Kingsport is through Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 129.28 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

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

Satisfaction survey results for Kingsport, TN

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Kingsport, 86% 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 Kingsport

Quality schools

86%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

71%Satisfaction rating

Job market

57%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Weather

Nightlife

Pet friendly

Public transportation

Affordable housing

Dating scene

Cost of living

Weather

57%

Nightlife

43%

Pet friendly

43%

Public transportation

29%

Affordable housing

14%

Dating scene

14%

Cost of living

14%

57%

43%

29%

14%

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 Kingsport, TN?

The overall cost of living in Kingsport, TN is 16% 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 Kingsport you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $4.03 per carton, and milk $7.21. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $112.94 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	8% lower
Utilities	16% lower
Transportation	23% lower
Health	11% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services