Living in Rutherford County, Tennessee

Rutherford County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 298,612, part of the Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin, TN MSA metro area. The main communities are Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,958/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $393K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 51°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Rutherford County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.