Cost of Living in Nashville
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Nashville, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Nashville is below the New York City baseline (composite index 65 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)56
Groceries index80
Dining out index76
Transport index46
Utilities index68
Median annual salary$60,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate0.00%
Est. monthly childcare$1,100
Est. monthly healthcare premium$450
YoY inflation3.0%
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