Hamilton County, Tennessee Housing Market
In Hamilton County, Tennessee, the median home value is $312,800, with a median monthly rent of $1,253. This places Hamilton County at #564 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #14 within Tennessee.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,292
- Establishments: 12,312
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,705
- Multi-family: 182
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 152,868 (avg $96,979)
- Outflow: 143,669 (avg $95,949)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Hamilton County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37350 | 325.0 | +1.29% | 2025 |
| 2 | 37409 | 600.6 | -1.66% | 2025 |
| 3 | 37341 | 314.7 | +8.25% | 2025 |
| 4 | 37377 | 313.8 | +4.26% | 2025 |
| 5 | 37302 | 305.4 | +13.12% | 2025 |
| 6 | 37416 | 303.2 | +1.56% | 2025 |
| 7 | 37404 | 463.8 | +1.65% | 2025 |
| 8 | 37419 | 326.0 | +0.77% | 2025 |
| 9 | 37363 | 280.9 | +4.12% | 2025 |
| 10 | 37343 | 297.3 | +0.15% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Hamilton County | Tennessee Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $312,800 | $223,385 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,253 | $892 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 63.9% | 74.1% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.8 | 20.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Hamilton County is 40.0% above the Tennessee state average and 37.4% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,253/month is 40.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.8, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Hamilton County has an owner-occupancy rate of 63.9%, compared to 74.1% in Tennessee and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland County | Texas | $312,700 | $1,407 |
| Volusia County | Florida | $313,000 | $1,467 |
| Rockingham County | Virginia | $313,000 | $1,160 |
| Clay County | Florida | $312,500 | $1,551 |
| Sandoval County | New Mexico | $313,800 | $1,427 |
Other Counties in Tennessee
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson County | $306,400 | $1,015 | 80.3% |
| Blount County | $320,500 | $1,090 | 77.0% |
| Knox County | $320,900 | $1,261 | 65.2% |
| Sevier County | $299,000 | $1,072 | 70.7% |
| Robertson County | $335,000 | $1,199 | 77.6% |
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).