Bledsoe County, Tennessee Housing Market
In Bledsoe County, Tennessee, the median home value is $189,400, with a median monthly rent of $830. This places Bledsoe County at #1525 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #55 within Tennessee.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
ℹ️ FHFA HPI data is not available for this county due to limited mortgage transaction volume.
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $928
- Establishments: 162
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 4,738 (avg $52,729)
- Outflow: 4,301 (avg $52,318)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 4 active ZIP codes in Bledsoe County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38572 | 275.2 | +6.97% | 2025 |
| 2 | 37321 | 311.8 | +6.83% | 2025 |
| 3 | 37381 | 350.7 | +5.48% | 2025 |
| 4 | 37379 | 288.4 | +3.28% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Bledsoe County | Tennessee Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $189,400 | $223,385 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $830 | $892 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 82.5% | 74.1% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 19.0 | 20.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Bledsoe County is 15.2% below the Tennessee state average and 16.8% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $830/month is 7.0% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 19.0, the buy-vs-rent decision in Bledsoe County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Bledsoe County has an owner-occupancy rate of 82.5%, compared to 74.1% in Tennessee and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| York County | Nebraska | $189,400 | $877 |
| Effingham County | Illinois | $189,500 | $733 |
| Lyon County | Kentucky | $189,500 | $747 |
| Lincoln County | Nebraska | $189,500 | $900 |
| Gilliam County | Oregon | $189,300 | $1,125 |
Other Counties in Tennessee
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grainger County | $189,200 | $746 | 77.1% |
| Unicoi County | $189,600 | $750 | 72.9% |
| Campbell County | $186,500 | $716 | 69.2% |
| Warren County | $192,900 | $827 | 72.4% |
| Humphreys County | $193,400 | $862 | 78.3% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).