Cost of Living in Fayetteville, TN

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12%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
28%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Fayetteville Tennessee National
Cost of living8892100
Groceries9698100
Health care9597100
Housing7280100
Transportation9697100
Utilities10098100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9197100
Household Items9498100
Education & Childcare9397100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fayetteville is 4% lower than the Tennessee average
  • The cost of living in Fayetteville is 12% lower than the national average
  • Fayetteville housing is 28% 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$91,372$7,614$2,132$2,741
      Renters$45,456$3,788$1,061$1,364
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Fayetteville, TN, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Fayetteville homeowners, is $91,372. This would allow for a maximum of $2,132 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $45,456 which would result in a maximum of $1,061 to be spent on rental 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%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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