Dayton, TN vs Tullahoma, TN

Dayton is moderately more affordable than Tullahoma, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Dayton scores 69 compared to 77 for Tullahoma, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tullahoma can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dayton is $807/month compared to $866/month in Tullahoma — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dayton is more affordable at $152,200 median vs $228,800.

Median household income in Dayton is $56,692 compared to $60,855 in Tullahoma (-6.8%). The higher salaries in Tullahoma partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dayton spend roughly 17.1% of their income on rent, less than the 17.1% in Tullahoma.