With the average cost of assisted living in Knox County being lower than the state median, the area is a viable option for older adults looking to make their retirement income stretch further. There are more affordable parts of Tennessee. For example, seniors in cities such as Nashville ($3,720), Morristown ($3,435) and Jackson ($3,667) pay less than $3,750 per month for assisted living. However, retirees in other cities, including Clarksville ($4,190), Kingsport ($4,200) and Memphis ($4,391), pay significantly more than the state average, while those in Chattanooga can expect to pay $4,515 — $615 a month more than seniors choosing an assisted living community in Knox County.