Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
23%
Jonesborough
Jonesborough, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$964
Population
7,068
Renter Mix
24% Rent
Discover the Storytelling Capital of the World
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Regarded as the “Oldest Town in Tennessee,” Jonesborough was established in 1779 and maintains its historical charm with preservation programs, museums, walking tours along the cobblestone streets of the historic district, and a deep commitment to the art of storytelling.
Known as the “Storytelling Capital of the World,” Jonesborough is home to the International Storytelling Center and hosts the annual National Storytelling Festival, which draws thousands of visitors every October. Jonesborough’s affinity for storytelling also manifests in its many art shows, live music performances, and theatrical productions.
There is plenty to see and do in Jonesborough, with an array of local shops, eateries, markets, and attractions in the downtown area in addition to the exciting Wetlands Water Park at the western edge of town. Outdoor recreation abounds near Jonesborough, with Cherokee National Forest, Warriors’ Path State Park, and Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium all within close proximity. Getting around from Jonesborough is easy with access to U.S. 321.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,896
Average: $102,653
Education
2,326
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,460
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Jonesborough has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Jonesborough, TN is $964 for one bedroom, $1,448 for two bedrooms, and $1,406 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jonesborough has increased by 4.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$964/month
499 Sq Ft
House
$2,007/month
1,163 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Jonesborough, TN is 2.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Jonesborough is 1.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,448. You can expect to pay 5.4% less for groceries, 9.1% less for utilities, and 14.3% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Jonesborough, TN is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-4
534 Students
Public
Grades K-8
375 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Public
Grades K-8
416 Students
Public
Grades K-8
375 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Public
Grades K-8
416 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,181 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- East Tennessee State University Planetarium
- ETSU Arboretum
- Hands On! Museum
- Gray Fossil Museum
- Tipton-Hayden State Historic Site
Airports
- Tri-Cities
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.