salaryNashville is 12% 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
$2,666
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$144
👥 People living there
236,254
690,130
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.7 min
College degree
77.1%
48%
Own their home
41.3%
52.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
14.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Nashville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $29,390 | -36% in Nashville |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $142,540 | -27% in Nashville |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $49,300 | -26% in Nashville |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $78,080 | -24% in Nashville |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $119,990 | -23% in Nashville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,460 | -23% in Nashville |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $99,270 | -22% in Nashville |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $94,030 | -21% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Nashville is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,087 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Nashville?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $83,445 in Nashville, 84% more in Arlington.