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Rent hikes in Knoxville outpaced wage growth significantly

Filed: Feb 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Summary: A recent study reveals Knoxville's rent increases have surpassed wage growth by the largest margin since COVID-19.
WHO: Local residents and renters
WHAT: Study on rent hikes vs. wage growth
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 10:09 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To highlight the financial strain on renters post-pandemic
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