One of Tennessee’s strongest assets is its ability to stay on top its expenses. The state has one of the lowest overall cost of living rates in the entire country, due to the hard work of those fantastic Tennesseans and their dedication to political wellbeing. We found the top seven places where you can settle in for less and raise that family while nursing a solid savings account. You’re welcome, world – and welcome to Tennessee.
- Arlington
Lobstar28 / Flickr This pretty little spot is right in Shelby County where it boasts a tiny population with a ton of character. You aren’t too far from Memphis, and a majority of Arlington-ites are building families of their own. Great median home prices coupled with a solid employment rate bring Arlington to #7.
- Bristol
Eli Christman / Flickr This twin city corresponds with its sister across state lines, and this Sullivan County spot is easily affordable and proffers King University.
- Collierville
Brent Moore / Flickr Another spot in Shelby County, Collierville is a Memphis area small town that has all the affordability and an absolute fraction of the crime that may worry you in the big city.
- Knoxville
Will Fisher / Flickr East Tennessee is winning with this big college town. Rent prices are low, houses are affordable and you can counter the whole of it with great schools for all ages. This is a win-win-win, if you ask us!
- Memphis
Memphis CVB / Flickr The crime rates aren’t amazing, but Memphis is a big city that doesn’t boast a huge price tag. It’s rife with history and great food, just make sure to invest in a lock with all that extra cash of yours.
- Millington
Wikipedia The Memphis International Raceway is located here, and the west Tennessee town is constantly voted as super friendly and proves itself to be wildly affordable for those looking to buy a home and settle down.
- Lakeland
Sean Davis / Flickr This stunning little town is easy on the eyes AND the pocketbook. Again, west Tennessee is cleaning up this list, but you can’t beat a good deal!
West Tennessee really owned, hey? If you think we missed someplace utterly fantastic, let us know in the comments below!
Lobstar28 / Flickr
This pretty little spot is right in Shelby County where it boasts a tiny population with a ton of character. You aren’t too far from Memphis, and a majority of Arlington-ites are building families of their own. Great median home prices coupled with a solid employment rate bring Arlington to #7.
Eli Christman / Flickr
This twin city corresponds with its sister across state lines, and this Sullivan County spot is easily affordable and proffers King University.
Brent Moore / Flickr
Another spot in Shelby County, Collierville is a Memphis area small town that has all the affordability and an absolute fraction of the crime that may worry you in the big city.
Will Fisher / Flickr
East Tennessee is winning with this big college town. Rent prices are low, houses are affordable and you can counter the whole of it with great schools for all ages. This is a win-win-win, if you ask us!
Memphis CVB / Flickr
The crime rates aren’t amazing, but Memphis is a big city that doesn’t boast a huge price tag. It’s rife with history and great food, just make sure to invest in a lock with all that extra cash of yours.
Wikipedia
The Memphis International Raceway is located here, and the west Tennessee town is constantly voted as super friendly and proves itself to be wildly affordable for those looking to buy a home and settle down.
Sean Davis / Flickr
This stunning little town is easy on the eyes AND the pocketbook. Again, west Tennessee is cleaning up this list, but you can’t beat a good deal!
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