Memphis, Tennessee vs. Athens, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Tennessee is 1.2% cheaper than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $93,897 in Athens, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Tennessee is cheaper than Memphis, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% cheaper in Athens
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Athens, TN
Compared to Memphis, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher