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Winchester, TN

High Pressure

The cost of living in Winchester, TN is 2% below the national average (Cost Index: 98). Homes here are typically valued around $350,774, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $59,497 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Winchester already reads as a high-pressure housing market, with 18% rent burden, 5.9x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 116. Treat this page as a stress test for rent, mortgage, and tax burden before assuming the move works.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Stretch

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Winchester.

Monthly Housing
$893/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
18%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$3,565/mo
After housing and debt · $1,188/person
Rent vs Buy
Rent first
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ZILLOWRent source: ACSBEA proxy: nonmetroHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 28%
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Cost Index
98
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$350,774
Zillow ZHVI Market Rate • Census ACS: $209,300
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$893/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$59,497
National: $78,538
Population
9,600
Purchasing Power
77
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
116 / 100
16% above average
Rent Index
66 / 100
34% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Utilities
88 / 100
12% lower utility bills
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Overall Index
98
Average

Winchester Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $350,774 and Tennessee's property tax rate of 0.66%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$59,497
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
18%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
5.9x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Winchester looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Winchester, TN

Est. Annual Property Tax
$2,315
Monthly Impact
$193
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
0.66%
National avg: ~1.00%

Tennessee Place Tax Context

Tax TypeTennesseeNational Avg
Property Tax Rate0.66%1.00%
Top Income Tax RateNo State Income Tax~5.0%
State Sales Tax9.55%~5.0%

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Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Winchester, TN: 116
Rent Prices
66

FAQ: Living in Winchester

What is the cost of living like in Winchester, TN?+

Living costs in Winchester land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 98 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is $350,774, and typical monthly rents run around $893. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

How does Winchester fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $893, while local median household income is $59,497. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 18% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Winchester, TN?+

Tennessee is one of the few states with no state income tax, which can save residents thousands of dollars per year. The effective property tax rate is 0.66%. On a home worth $350,774, that translates to roughly $2,315 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 9.55% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Winchester, TN?+

The typical monthly rent in Winchester is around $893. That's roughly 34% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $350,774, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Winchester, TN?+

The median home in Winchester is valued at $350,774. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,774/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 71% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Winchester?+

Grocery prices in Winchester are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Winchester, TN like to live in?+

Winchester is a small town with a population of about 9,600. The median age of residents is 44.7, skewing somewhat older — common in established suburban communities. The local poverty rate is 13.5%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Tennessee

If Winchester feels tight, start with these same-state cities that look easier on rent burden or buy-side pressure.

Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Tennessee

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly