City Comparison
Chicago, IL vs Nashville, TN
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Chicago, IL
COL Index108.0
Housing Index120.0
Median Salary$62,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,800
3BR Rent (avg)$3,100
State/Prov Tax5.0%
Nashville, TN
COL Index95.0
Housing Index102.0
Median Salary$55,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,550
3BR Rent (avg)$2,700
State/Prov Tax0.0%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (Chicago, IL) | Equivalent in Nashville, TN | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $43,981 | $42,500 |
| $75,000 | $65,972 | $63,750 |
| $100,000 | $87,962 | $85,000 |
| $150,000 | $131,944 | $127,500 |
| $200,000 | $175,925 | $170,000 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference-12.0%
Housing Cost Difference-15.0%
1BR Rent Difference-13.9%
3BR Rent Difference-12.9%
Tax Rate Difference-5.0 pts
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