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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 West Fargo, ND — COL adjusted from Minneapolis, MN area + state data

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You'd spend $1.9K/month more in Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $172.7K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 25.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,895
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$22.7K
Per year

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

West Fargo, ND

Population:40K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$308K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:125
Median Home:$489K

West Fargo, ND

The Peace Garden State

40K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in North Dakota, this city has a population of 40K 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: West Fargo, ND vs Nashville, TN

🏠Housing
↑ 37.8%
West Fargo, ND
$1,923
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$728
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📦Other
↑ 43.7%
West Fargo, ND
$1,351
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$591
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🚗Transportation
↑ 22.2%
West Fargo, ND
$1,050
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$234
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 17.1%
West Fargo, ND
$443
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$75.70
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🏥Healthcare
↓ 7.9%
West Fargo, ND
$660
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$52.35
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🛒Groceries
↑ 5.7%
West Fargo, ND
$898
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$51.25
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$647
To$1,600
↑ $953
1 Bed
From$777
To$1,680
↑ $903
2 Bed
From$971
To$1,840
↑ $869
3 Bed
From$1,359
To$2,350
↑ $991
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.

$6,325
Monthly in West Fargo, ND
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$1,627
Difference

Home Values

West Fargo
Nashville
-
Median Value
$489K
-
YoY Change
↓ -2.1%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +32.1%
-
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M
Calculate payment - Nashville

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $2.8K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$232
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.9%
Rate difference

West Fargo, ND

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Dakota State Tax
Effective: 1.9%
$2.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 26.5%
$39.8K
Take-Home Pay
$9,184/month
$110.2K

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

West Fargo, ND Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.8%
Property Tax:1.0%

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

West Fargo
Nashville
42 Good
Air Quality
50 Good
66.4%
Good Air Days
51.6%
98 High
Climate Risk
97 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🫨🌪
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days

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

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