💛 Life insurance cost in Tennessee (2026)

The estimated average is $25 per monthbelow the national average (-4% vs. the U.S. average of $26).

$25
Avg. life insurance
per month
#45
of 51 states
cheaper than avg
$26
U.S. average
per month
South
Region

Tennessee is home to about 7.1 million people, and life insurance here runs below the national average. Below, estimate a price for your own profile, then drill into your city — rates in a large metro like Nashville typically differ from smaller towns.

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Tennessee life insurance estimator

Estimated$12/month

Starts from the Tennessee average. Estimate only — get quotes to confirm.

Life insurance cost in Tennessee cities

Estimated life insurance per month in major Tennessee cities.
CityPopulationEst. life insurance
Nashville687,788$25
Memphis618,639$25
Knoxville198,098$25
Chattanooga187,030$25
Clarksville179,584$25
Murfreesboro161,010$25

Tennessee life insurance FAQ

How much is life insurance in Tennessee?

The estimated average life insurance in Tennessee is $25 per month, which is below the national average (-4% vs. the U.S. average of $26). Tennessee ranks 45 of 51 states from most to least expensive.

Why is life insurance cheaper in Tennessee?

Life insurance pricing in Tennessee reflects local risk factors — weather and catastrophe exposure, accident/claim frequency, repair and medical costs, and state regulation. That’s why costs differ across the South.

How can I save on life insurance in Tennessee?

Compare at least three quotes from insurers active in Tennessee, bundle policies, and re-shop every year. Use the calculator above to see how your profile changes the price.

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