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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Olive Branch, MS โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $2.0K/month more in Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $174.2K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 26.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,020
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$24.2K
Per year

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

Olive Branch, MS

Population:47K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$327K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:127
Median Home:$489K

Olive Branch, MS

The Magnolia State

47K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 47K residents.

Nashville, TN

The Volunteer State

689K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMusic City USA
  • โ€ขCountry music capital
  • โ€ขHealthcare industry hub

Major Industries

Music IndustryHealthcareTourismFinance

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Olive Branch, MS vs Nashville, TN

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 69.2%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,567
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$1,084
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 22.9%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,580
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$362
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 9.5%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,173
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$111
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 18.7%
Olive Branch, MS
$512
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$95.63
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 4.0%
Olive Branch, MS
$912
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$36.89
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 0.8%
Olive Branch, MS
$515
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$4.25
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$1,131
To$1,600
โ†‘ $469
1 Bed
From$1,227
To$1,680
โ†‘ $453
2 Bed
From$1,355
To$1,840
โ†‘ $485
3 Bed
From$1,788
To$2,350
โ†‘ $562
Olive Branch, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,530โ€“$1,530/mo

Nashville, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,320โ€“$2,230/mo

๐Ÿ’ก 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.

$6,258
Monthly in Olive Branch, MS
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$1,694
Difference

Home Values

Olive Branch
Nashville
$327K
Median Value
$489K
โ†‘ +0.1%
YoY Change
โ†“ -2.1%
โ†‘ +25.3%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +32.1%
$327K
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M

Homes in Nashville are 50% more expensive than Olive Branch

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $7.3K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$613
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.9%
Rate difference

Olive Branch, MS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Mississippi State Tax
Effective: 4.9%
$7.3K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,803/month
$105.6K

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

Olive Branch, MS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.6%

Nashville, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

๐Ÿ’ก 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

Olive Branch
Nashville
55 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
34.4%
Good Air Days
51.6%
99 High
Climate Risk
97 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿซจ๐ŸŒช
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
42 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
42 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Mississippi and Tennessee on TaxTakeHome.com

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