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Looking to move to Cookeville, TN? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Cookeville, TN is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Cookeville, TN has a population of 36785. What about cost of living in Cookeville, TN? The median income in Cookeville, TN is $51,318 and the median home value is $254,164.

Read on to learn more about Cookeville, TN, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Cookeville, TN

Average Temperatures

69 high / 45 low

Average Annual Rainfall

56 in

Average Annual Snowfall

7 in

Quick Facts about Cookeville, Tennessee

Median Home Value
$254,164
Median Property Tax
$2,068
Total Population
36,785
Average Commute
17 min
Median Household Income
$51,318
Median Monthly Rent
$752

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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