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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ University Place, WA โ€” COL adjusted from Tacoma, WA area + state data

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You'd save $380/month moving to Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $145.4K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area
Overall Cost
โ†“ 5.1%
Less expensive
Monthly Impact
$380
Savings
Annual Impact
$4.6K
Per year

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

University Place, WA

Population:35K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$560K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:95
Median Home:$489K

University Place, WA

The Evergreen State

35K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Washington, this city has a population of 35K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Washington has no state income tax!

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: University Place, WA vs Nashville, TN

๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†“ 29.6%
University Place, WA
$1,823
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$539
less
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 23.3%
University Place, WA
$1,575
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$367
more
๐Ÿ Housing
โ†“ 9.9%
University Place, WA
$2,942
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$291
less
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†“ 24.8%
University Place, WA
$807
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$200
less
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†“ 10.2%
University Place, WA
$1,057
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$108
less
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 10.2%
University Place, WA
$471
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$47.92
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$1,020
To$1,600
โ†‘ $580
1 Bed
From$1,183
To$1,680
โ†‘ $497
2 Bed
From$1,510
To$1,840
โ†‘ $330
3 Bed
From$2,122
To$2,350
โ†‘ $228
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.

$8,676
Monthly in University Place, WA
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$724
Difference

Home Values

University Place
Nashville
-
Median Value
$489K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -2.1%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +32.1%
-
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†’ $0
Same taxes
Monthly Difference
$0
Same take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.0%
Rate difference

University Place, WA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Washington 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

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

University Place, WA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.2%
Property Tax:0.9%

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

University Place
Nashville
44 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
72.4%
Good Air Days
51.6%
99 High
Climate Risk
97 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿซจ๐ŸŒช
โ–ฒ+2.4ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
1 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
42 days
โ–ฒ+2.4ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
1 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
42 days

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

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