Key Takeaways, With Data for Chattanooga, TN-GA Metro Area:
- Rent inflation continues to outpace overall price growth. While the national Consumer Price Index rose 3.0% year-over-year in 2025, shelter costs increased by 3.6%, underscoring the persistent role of rent in driving higher living expenses.
- Local median rent data. In the Chattanooga metro, the median monthly rent is $1,617. Median 3-bedroom rent is up to $1,913, and median 4-bedroom rent is now at $2,044.
- National context. Rents in the Chattanooga metro sit 16.0% below the national median of $1,924, underscoring how local housing costs compare with broader U.S. trends.
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