Nashville vs Knoxville: Cost of Living

22%

Nashville is about 22% more expensive than Knoxville overall.

How Nashville Compares to Knoxville

Category by category

Renting ▲ 30%
Buying ▲ 49%
Goods about the same
Services ▲ 36%

Key Facts

NashvilleKnoxville
Median Rent$1,669/mo$1,289/mo
Median Home$438,800$294,700
Median Income$80,090$57,298
State Income TaxNoneNone
Sales Tax9.25%9.75%

Housing: The Biggest Difference

Knoxville has the lower median home price by $144,100. Monthly rent is $380/month cheaper in Knoxville.

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Sources: Housing from Census ACS 2024. Goods and services from BEA Regional Price Parities 2023. Taxes from Tax Foundation. Full disclaimer.

Nashville vs Knoxville FAQ

Rent is $380/month cheaper in Knoxville. Nashville's median rent is $1,669/month, while Knoxville's is $1,289/month. Source: Census ACS 2024.

Knoxville has the lower median home price at $294,700, saving $144,100 compared to Nashville. Source: Census ACS 2024.