McMinn County, Tennessee Housing Market
In McMinn County, Tennessee, the median home value is $211,800, with a median monthly rent of $803. This places McMinn County at #1284 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #43 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: $1,039
- Establishments: 1,009
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 107
- Multi-family: 18
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 21,206 (avg $61,293)
- Outflow: 19,548 (avg $61,298)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 6 active ZIP codes in McMinn County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37370 | 293.2 | +3.05% | 2025 |
| 2 | 37331 | 316.6 | +0.57% | 2025 |
| 3 | 37303 | 297.8 | +3.34% | 2025 |
| 4 | 37826 | 293.5 | +8.42% | 2025 |
| 5 | 37354 | 308.1 | +5.15% | 2025 |
| 6 | 37329 | 287.4 | +11.70% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | McMinn County | Tennessee Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $211,800 | $223,385 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $803 | $892 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 75.8% | 74.1% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.0 | 20.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in McMinn County is 5.2% below the Tennessee state average and 7.0% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $803/month is 10.0% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.0, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
McMinn County has an owner-occupancy rate of 75.8%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. James Parish | Louisiana | $211,800 | $903 |
| Alexander County | North Carolina | $211,800 | $764 |
| Sherman County | Oregon | $211,800 | $1,032 |
| Madison County | Tennessee | $211,800 | $1,123 |
| Yuma County | Colorado | $211,700 | $942 |
Other Counties in Tennessee
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison County | $211,800 | $1,123 | 62.0% |
| Hamblen County | $210,900 | $857 | 69.8% |
| Sullivan County | $213,300 | $889 | 72.1% |
| Greene County | $207,500 | $737 | 77.1% |
| White County | $207,200 | $849 | 76.9% |
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).