salaryMontgomery is 7% 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
$1,304
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$144
👥 People living there
197,494
690,130
Commute to work
20.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
33.8%
48%
Own their home
54.4%
52.4%
Below poverty line
21.5%
14.1%
Unemployment
6.4%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Nashville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $94,030 | +56% in Nashville |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $68,780 | +42% in Nashville |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $63,340 | +27% in Nashville |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $129,050 | +26% in Nashville |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,240 | $77,240 | +26% in Nashville |
| Medical Assistant | $35,810 | $44,620 | +25% in Nashville |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $60,270 | +24% in Nashville |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,960 | $45,510 | +23% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,881 in Nashville.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $64,453 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Nashville?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $83,445 in Nashville, 27% more in Nashville.