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
$1,797
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$144
👥 People living there
291,467
690,130
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.7 min
College degree
57.3%
48%
Own their home
52.3%
52.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
14.1%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $49,300 | +29% in Nashville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $61,460 | +20% in Nashville |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $77,240 | -17% in Nashville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $29,390 | -17% in Nashville |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $68,780 | +14% in Nashville |
| Truck Driver | $53,280 | $60,630 | +14% in Nashville |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,790 | $34,420 | +8% in Nashville |
| Accountant | $85,090 | $78,080 | -8% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Durham 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 Durham?
About $59,241 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Nashville?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $83,445 in Nashville, 5% more in Durham.