LifeCost Blog
Nashville

Nashville

USA

Updated on August 24, 2025

Overview

Nashville, the capital of Tennessee and known worldwide as 'Music City', is famous for being the heart of country, rock and blues music. With a metropolitan population of 1.33 million inhabitants, it's one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, recognized for its vibrant music scene, exceptional nightlife and rich cultural offerings.

Average cost of living€4,650.00
Quality of Life85/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,450.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,100.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,200.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€65.00
Mobile plan€55.00

Transportation

One-way ticket€2.50
Monthly pass€50.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.10

Leisure

Cinema ticket€12.00
Fitness club€45.00

Education

Preschool (month)€850.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€3,500.00
sqm outside center€2,800.00

Advantages

  • World-class vibrant music and cultural scene
  • One of the fastest-growing cities in the US
  • Excellent nightlife and live entertainment
  • Relatively low cost of living compared to other major cities
  • Strong job market with opportunities in tech and healthcare
  • No state income tax

Disadvantages

  • × Heavy traffic due to rapid growth
  • × Hot and humid summers
  • × Gentrification affecting some traditional neighborhoods
  • × Limited public transportation system
  • × Rising housing costs due to popularity