salaryNashville is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$146
👥 People living there
690,130
188,065
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
48%
50%
Own their home
52.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
14.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.5%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Nashville | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | $47,530 | +62% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,940 | $78,080 | +26% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $61,780 | +25% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $68,780 | $85,050 | +24% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $84,040 | $100,830 | +20% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $119,990 | $98,610 | -18% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,510 | $45,290 | +15% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $30,570 | $34,920 | +14% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Nashville is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $64,346 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Tempe?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $85,917 in Tempe, 3% more in Tempe.