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15%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
30%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Martin Tennessee National
Cost of living8589100
Goods & Services9494100
Groceries9798100
Health care8788100
Housing7080100
Transportation8989100
Utilities8693100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Martin, TN

Understanding the cost of living in Martin can help future residents assess whether their current financial situation aligns with the expenses they will encounter. It enables them to plan for potential changes in their budget and lifestyle. The Martin cost of living index is 85, which is 15% lower than the national average. The cost of living index is calculated by taking into account multiple categories, which encompass both the cost of everyday expenditures and larger expenses as well.

Is Martin Affordable?

Is Martin an affordable place to live? That's a valid question to ask when you're thinking about moving to a new city. After all, how much it costs to live somewhere can be a huge factor in your decision. Affordability can be broken down into 3 common categories. The cost of living index (we talked about it earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a big role in figuring out if a place is affordable. For instance, in Martin, the median home price is 29.3% lower than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 31.6% lower than the usual rates. Income levels in Martin come in at $33,030, which is 40.3% lower than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Martin?

Groceries: Grocery expenditures have undergone notable escalation over the last 2-3 years. In some markets, the cost of food products has surged by more than 20%, while others have experienced only modest increments. These fluctuations in food costs can have a significant impact on the overall cost of living in any region. In Martin, the groceries index registers 3.5% lower than the national average.

Healthcare: Healthcare expenses and insurance premiums can vary significantly depending on the specific city or state. Factors such as accessibility to healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's visits, dental care expenses, prescription costs and specialized medical care fees can all influence the overall cost of living. In Martin, healthcare costs are 13.5% lower than the national average.

Housing: Elevated demand for housing within coveted locales has the propensity to escalate both property values and rental rates, thereby serving as a primary catalyst for an augmented cost of living. Conversely, areas witnessing diminished housing demand, particularly within less desirable environs, often experience an inversely proportional effect, leading to price reductions and subsequently contributing to a more modest cost of living. In Martin, the housing index is 30% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Martin cost of living data you see above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, providing a practical and accurate means of comparing living expenses in urban areas. Updated quarterly, this index gathers data from over 300 independent researchers, covering more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. These selections are made meticulously to represent a wide range of consumer expenditure categories. The weightings applied to cost differences are based on government survey data that tracks spending patterns among professional and executive households. It's important to note that while the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, AreaVibes factors tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Martin is 4% lower than the Tennessee average
  • The cost of living in Martin is 15% lower than the national average
  • Martin housing is 30% lower than the national average
  • Tennessee general sales tax is 37% higher than the national average
  • Tennessee state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$57,400$4,783$1,339$1,722
      Renters$24,535$2,045$572$736
      The affordability of the housing market in Martin, TN as well as the overall cost of living can be predicted by what percent of the monthly income is spent on housing related costs. This is konwn as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The overall rule of thumb is that no more than 28% of your gross income should be spent on the overall costs related to housing and no more than 36% of gross income on all expenses and debts. Among Martin homeowners, the median income is $57,400. This indicates that a monthly maximum of $1,339 should be spent by homeowners on all housing related costs. Renters have a median income of $24,535. This indicates that renters would have a maximum of $572 for their rent related monthly costs.

      Tennessee Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Tennessee 7% 9.75%

      Tennessee Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Tennessee 0% 0%

      Goods & Services

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      Haircut $24.01$24.261.0%
      Beauty Salon $33.55$45.5626.4%
      Toothpaste $3.74$3.701.1%
      Shampoo $1.08$1.2815.9%
      Movie $11.93$12.131.7%
      Bowling $12.50$18.0030.6%

      Groceries

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.94$5.841.7%
      Fried Chicken $1.67$1.576.2%
      Milk $4.54$4.672.8%
      Potatoes $5.03$4.931.9%
      Pizza $12.00$12.090.7%
      Beer $9.74$10.416.5%

      Health Care

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $127.08$125.681.1%
      Doctor $138.39$135.781.9%
      Dentist $86.67$113.2923.5%
      Ibuprofen $10.10$10.655.2%
      Lipitor $338.33$468.6027.8%

      Housing

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      Home Price $130,600.00$184,700.0029.3%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,691.70$2,346.6927.9%
      Apartment Rent $649.00$949.0031.6%

      Transportation

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.15$3.469.0%
      Tire Balancing $50.50$59.9215.7%

      Utilities

      Item Martin National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $148.29$193.9923.6%
      Phone $192.18$192.250.0%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Fulton, KY2,4057525.0%
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      Martin, TN10,5858514.6%

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      Martin, TN10,5858514.6%
      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.