Cost of Living in Baneberry, TN

With a cost of living index of 92, Baneberry, TN is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 11% above the Tennessee state average of 80. Baneberry is a small community of 783 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Baneberry's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,063 (19% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $350,700 (15% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Baneberry is $84,583, which is 13% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Morristown, TN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.