salaryRent is higher than in 62% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.7 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $75,120 a year. That is $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Tennessee cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Tennessee. It is number 94 of 114 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Murfreesboro?
Share of households by yearly income. 28.9% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Murfreesboro
| Size | Murfreesboro | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,152 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,341 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,586 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,871 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,336 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Murfreesboro overall?
Everyday prices in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area are 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Murfreesboro
Life in Murfreesboro
What jobs pay in Murfreesboro
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $142,540 | 15.8% |
| Pharmacist | $137,590 | 16.4% |
| Physician Assistant | $129,050 | 17.5% |
| Software Developer | $126,610 | 17.8% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $122,320 | 18.4% |
| Operations Manager | $119,990 | 18.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,270 | 22.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $98,650 | 22.8% |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,030 | 24.0% |
| Registered Nurse | $84,040 | 26.8% |
| Accountant | $78,080 | 28.9% |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,240 | 29.2% |
| Police Officer | $68,780 | 32.8% |
| Electrician | $63,340 | 35.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,940 | 36.4% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | 36.7% |
| Truck Driver | $60,630 | 37.2% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,270 | 37.4% |
| Plumber | $60,100 | 37.5% |
| Carpenter | $55,770 | 40.4% |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | 45.7% |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,510 | 49.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,620 | 50.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,790 | 56.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,510 | 57.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,170 | 59.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,420 | 65.5% |
| Cashier | $30,570 | 73.7% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | 76.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Murfreesboro?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $912 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $402,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $40,210 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Murfreesboro, TN?
Renting in Murfreesboro costs a median of about $1,878 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Tennessee median is $1,279.
How much do I need to make to live in Murfreesboro?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $75,120 a year, or $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Murfreesboro cheap or expensive?
Murfreesboro is rated OK: rent takes 26.1% of the typical household income of $86,396. It ranks 94th cheapest of 114 Tennessee cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Murfreesboro?
The median homeowner in Murfreesboro pays $2,323 a year in property taxes, about 0.58% of the median home value.
Is Murfreesboro more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 4% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Murfreesboro?
The median home value in Murfreesboro is $402,100, about 4.7 times the typical yearly household income.
161,445 people live in Murfreesboro. Numbers are typical (middle) values.