Nashville vs Atlanta: Cost of Living & Housing Comparison
Median home value runs $351,400 in Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance), 11% lower than the $395,600 median in Atlanta.
On median household income, Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance) posts $71,328 while Atlanta posts $77,655.
On median rent, Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance) runs $1,392 while Atlanta runs $1,512.
On climate risk, the two cities are evenly matched — both rated "Relatively High" by FEMA.
| Metric | Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance), TN | Atlanta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 684,103 | 494,838 |
| Median home value | $351,400 | $395,600 |
| Median household income | $71,328 | $77,655 |
| Median gross rent | $1,392 | $1,512 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Both home values and rent run lower in Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance), TN than in Atlanta, GA, making it the more affordable of the two on housing alone.
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.