Tennessee Housing Authority Directory

Tennessee has 79 housing authorities managing 34,021 Section 8 vouchers across 63 counties. 79 currently have open waiting lists.

Tennessee's housing market, a blend of growing urban centers and more rural communities, presents affordability challenges driven by rising living costs, particularly for essential goods and services. This economic pressure disproportionately impacts low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, who most frequently require rental assistance to secure stable housing.

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Housing Affordability in Tennessee

To afford a modest 2-bedroom rental in Tennessee, a worker must earn $27.01/hour ($56,181/year). At the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour, that requires working 150 hours per week just to cover rent.

Source: NLIHC Out of Reach 2025 · nlihc.org/oor

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