salaryAmarillo is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Nashville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$144
👥 People living there
201,885
690,130
Commute to work
19.6 min
24.7 min
College degree
26.6%
48%
Own their home
59.7%
52.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
14.1%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Nashville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $119,990 | +40% in Nashville |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $98,650 | +30% in Nashville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $29,390 | +29% in Nashville |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $77,240 | +26% in Nashville |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $38,170 | +25% in Nashville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $60,270 | +21% in Nashville |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $44,620 | +20% in Nashville |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,310 | $34,420 | +17% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,881 in Nashville.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $62,952 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Nashville?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $83,445 in Nashville, 15% more in Nashville.