Gatlinburg, TN vs Winchester, TN

Winchester is moderately more affordable than Gatlinburg, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Gatlinburg scores 88 compared to 76 for Winchester, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gatlinburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gatlinburg is $1,056/month compared to $893/month in Winchester — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Winchester is more affordable at $209,300 median vs $286,500.

Median household income in Gatlinburg is $57,760 compared to $59,497 in Winchester (-2.9%). Winchester offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gatlinburg spend roughly 21.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Winchester.