Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 96.3 in Nashville, TN in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 13.0% more expensive than Nashville; housing rents differ by 44% (151.1 vs 104.6). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $66,358 buys in Nashville, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Nashville | Washington vs Nashville |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 96.3 | +13.0% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 96.2 | +8.9% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 104.6 | +44.5% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 72.0 | +48.3% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 95.1 | +7.5% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 95.7 | +19.9% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Nashville | $44,239 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Nashville | $88,478 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Nashville | $132,716 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.