Nashville, United States

Cost of Living in Nashville, United States

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Nashville costs approximately $2,672 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $1,940. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Nashville is a city in United States, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,672 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,940 per month, or $1,473 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 303 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Nashville scores 45/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 89°F and winter highs around 54°F, with roughly 311 sunny days a year.

Top for Live MusicFamily friendly
Monthly Cost$2,672≈ $89/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$1,940
Internet303 Mbps
Safety45/100
Avg Temp72°F

Nashville Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$16
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$75
McDonald's Combo Meal$10
Cappuccino$6.33
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$7
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$2.42

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.07
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$3.73
Eggs (12)$4.16
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$5.99
Apples (1 lb)$2.30
Bananas (1 lb)$0.69
Tomatoes (1 lb)$2.38
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.17
Water (1.5L Bottle)$2.50
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$15.60
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$10

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$2
Monthly Transit Pass$65
Taxi Start$5
Taxi (1 Mile)$2.50
Gasoline (1 Liter)$0.78
VW Golf (New)$37,359

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$222.90
Mobile Phone Plan$77.75
Broadband Internet$75.45

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$40.99
Cinema Ticket$15
Preschool (Monthly)$1,406.67
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$30,400

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$60.35
Nike Running Shoes$98.65

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$1,939.75
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$1,472.67
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$4,121.11
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$2,612.50
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$584.20
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$263.60

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$4,418.17
Mortgage Interest Rate6.3%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$4,307.90
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$1,199.10

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Nashville

Internet303 Mbps
Safety45/100
Healthcare64/100
Public Transit22/100
Walkability29/100
Nightlife62/100
Food Scene82/100
Fine Dining15/100
Coffee Culture42/100
Air Quality78/100
Green Spaces45/100
Culture80/100
Beaches5/100
Hiking55/100
Surfing10/100
Coworking Spaces32

Nashville FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Nashville?

A single person should budget around $2,672 per month in Nashville, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,308 per month.

How much is rent in Nashville?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Nashville averages $1,940 per month, dropping to about $1,473 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $4,121.

Is Nashville safe?

Nashville scores 45/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 60/100.

How fast is the internet in Nashville?

Median download speeds in Nashville are around 303 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 32 coworking spaces in the city.

Does United States offer a digital nomad visa?

United States does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.

What is the weather like in Nashville?

Nashville sees summer highs around 89°F and winter highs near 54°F, with about 311 sunny days and 126 rainy days per year.

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