United States
Cost of Living in Knoxville, TN
Monthly Total
$3,163
$55,353
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,449
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$57
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,449
$25,358
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$282
$4,935
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$188
$3,290
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$192
$3,360
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$293
$5,128
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$282
$4,935
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$86
$1,505
Monthly Total
$3,163
$55,353
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