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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Marion, OH — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Columbus, OH area

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You'd spend $1.7K/month more in Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.8K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 23.1%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,733
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.8K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Marion, OH

Population:36K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$158K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:123
Median Home:$489K

Marion, OH

The Buckeye State

36K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Ohio, this city has a population of 36K residents.

Nashville, TN

The Volunteer State

689K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Music City USA
  • •Country music capital
  • •Healthcare industry hub

Major Industries

Music IndustryHealthcareTourismFinance

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Marion, OH vs Nashville, TN

🏠Housing
↑ 54.3%
Marion, OH
$1,718
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$933
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📦Other
↑ 34.2%
Marion, OH
$1,447
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$495
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 15.9%
Marion, OH
$448
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$71.27
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🏥Healthcare
↑ 3.7%
Marion, OH
$585
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$21.74
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🛒Groceries
↑ 1.6%
Marion, OH
$935
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$14.72
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🚗Transportation
↑ 1.1%
Marion, OH
$1,270
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$14.10
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$782
To$1,600
↑ $818
1 Bed
From$790
To$1,680
↑ $890
2 Bed
From$1,019
To$1,840
↑ $821
3 Bed
From$1,225
To$2,350
↑ $1,125
Marion, OHZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,000–$1,000/mo

Nashville, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,320–$2,230/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,403
Monthly in Marion, OH
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$1,549
Difference

Home Values

Marion
Nashville
$158K
Median Value
$489K
↑ +5.1%
YoY Change
↓ -2.1%
↑ +44.8%
5-Year Change
↑ +32.1%
$158K
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M

Homes in Nashville are 210% more expensive than Marion

Calculate payment - MarionCalculate payment - Nashville

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $4.4K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$369
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
3.0%
Rate difference

Marion, OH

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Ohio State Tax
Effective: 3.0%
$4.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.6%
$41.4K
Take-Home Pay
$9,047/month
$108.6K

Nashville, TN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Tennessee State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Marion, OH Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.2%
Property Tax:1.6%

Nashville, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Marion
Nashville
53 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
41.3%
Good Air Days
51.6%
98 High
Climate Risk
97 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🫨🌪
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Ohio and Tennessee on TaxTakeHome.com

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