salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$144
👥 People living there
979,539
690,130
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
59.6%
48%
Own their home
43.4%
52.4%
Below poverty line
12%
14.1%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Nashville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $68,780 | -16% in Nashville |
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $49,300 | -16% in Nashville |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $84,040 | -14% in Nashville |
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $55,770 | +11% in Nashville |
| Dental Hygienist | $105,480 | $94,030 | -11% in Nashville |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $30,570 | -10% in Nashville |
| Pharmacist | $151,290 | $137,590 | -9% in Nashville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $29,390 | +8% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Austin and Nashville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $58,943 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Nashville?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $83,445 in Nashville, 21% more in Austin.