Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
13%
Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,309
Population
164,473
Renter Mix
49% Rent
A Tennessee treasure that’s the talk of the town
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Welcome to Murfreesboro, a growing city that combines historic charm with modern living. Located in the heart of Tennessee, this thriving community sits just 34 miles southeast of Nashville. Home to Middle Tennessee State University's campus of over 20,000 students, the city offers diverse rental options from contemporary apartment communities to historic properties. The rental market remains steady, with current average rents around $1,300 for one-bedroom units.
Murfreesboro's historic downtown square features the antebellum courthouse, anchoring the city's heritage district. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the Stones River Greenway system's 12 miles of paved trails and Barfield Crescent Park's 430 acres of recreational space. Cultural attractions include the Center for the Arts and the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring, featuring 20 acres of protected wetlands. Notable areas include the historic downtown district, the Gateway area, and neighborhoods near the university. The Stones River National Battlefield preserves the area's Civil War history, while The Avenue Murfreesboro serves as the city's premier shopping destination.
Explore the City
Shops in historic Downtown Murfreesboro
Middle Tennessee State University is located in Murfreesboro
Cannon at Stone River National Cemetery
The top-rated Milano II restaurant is a popular destination
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,367
Average: $93,534
Education
53,829
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
90,673
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Murfreesboro, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
49%
Non-Renters
51%
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 Murfreesboro, TN is $1,093 for a studio, $1,308 for one bedroom, $1,543 for two bedrooms, and $1,882 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Murfreesboro has increased by 0.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,308/month
732 Sq Ft
House
$2,274/month
1,821 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,446/month
1,015 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,902/month
1,500 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Murfreesboro, TN is 6.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Murfreesboro is 14.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,093 - $1,882. You can expect to pay 0.2% less for groceries, 11.9% less for utilities, and 12.9% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Murfreesboro, TN is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
679 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
589 Students
Public
Grades K-5
475 Students
The Discovery School @ Bellwood
Public
Grades PK-5
389 Students
Public
Grades K-5
242 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,210 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,185 Students
Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
759 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,625 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,103 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,210 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,194 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,980 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,861 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,043 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stones River National Battlefield
- Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area
- Discovery Center
- Oaklands Historic House Museum
Airports
- Nashville International
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† 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.