salaryNashville is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$96
👥 People living there
690,130
681,294
Commute to work
24.7 min
30 min
College degree
48%
64.2%
Own their home
52.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
14.1%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.5%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Nashville | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,390 | $46,040 | +57% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $142,540 | $195,190 | +37% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $66,980 | +36% in Washington |
| Accountant | $78,080 | $102,140 | +31% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $119,990 | $156,460 | +30% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $79,470 | +29% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,270 | $127,040 | +28% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,030 | $119,170 | +27% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Washington cheaper to live in?
Nashville is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $67,814 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Washington?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $118,495 in Washington, 30% more in Washington.