Rogersville

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Rogersville, TN Area Guide

Avg Rent

$798

Population

4,940

Renter Mix

48% Rent

A small Tennessee town settled by the grandparents of Davy Crockett

Historic Charming Secluded Community River

A historic small town in northeast Tennessee, Rogersville was settled by the grandparents of Davy Crockett. Its historic roots run deep, and this close-knit community appreciates the small-town charm that Rogersville exudes. As the second oldest town in the state, Rogersville is home to an array of historic buildings and locales. This secluded suburb sits about 65 miles northeast of Knoxville and 80 miles northwest of Asheville, North Carolina. Although major metro areas are a bit of a commute from town, Rogersville sits near the Cherokee National Forest, Pisgah National Forest, and Cherokee Reservoir, so outdoor recreation and adventure is endless. Apartments are extremely affordable in Rogersville, making this the ideal small Tennessee town for renters.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$45,338

Average: $60,720

Education

916

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

1,947

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 12% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

24%

Housing Distribution

Rogersville has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Rogersville, TN is $798 for one bedroom, and $851 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rogersville has increased by 6.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$798/month
728 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Hawkins Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

290 Students

Hawkins Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

290 Students

Rogersville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

624 Students

Rogersville Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

624 Students

Joseph Rogers Primary School

Public

Grades PK-5

377 Students

Rogersville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

624 Students

Rogersville Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

624 Students

Rogersville Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

382 Students

Cherokee High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,055 Students

Points of Interest

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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.