Apartments for rent in Dresden, TN

The small town of Dresden, Tennessee is home to slightly less than 3,000 residents. It's a nice place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (22%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults appear in smaller numbers. Overall, the town's residents, at an average age of just under 43, skew older than most cities in Tennessee. Most Dresden residents own their homes, and 29% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $536/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Tennessee. Over the course of a year, renters in Dresden will save around $4,200 compared to the state average.

Averaging about 23 minutes, Dresden's commute time is quicker than the Tennessee average of about 25 minutes. Many residents (38%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation isn't used. Relatively few commuters walk to work.

Compared to the national average, Dresden has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who possess a high school degree or equivalent (28%). Further, 7% possess a Bachelor's degree and 4% have earned a Master's or Doctoral degree. Many Dresden residents work in one of two industries: manufacturing and retail. Combined, these industries account for 19% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's residents work in transportation, which ranks as the top career path in the town. Dresden workers earn an average annual income of around $40,000, less than the Tennessee average. The town's average income also trails the national average of $73,345.