Knoxville vs Chattanooga: Cost of Living

Last updated 2026-06-15 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Knoxville is about 2% cheaper overall. Here is how Knoxville and Chattanooga compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.

• Knoxville cost-of-living index: 90 vs 100
• Chattanooga cost-of-living index: 92 vs 100
• Knoxville median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
• Chattanooga median 2BR rent: $1,500/mo

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