Is it expensive to live in Tennessee?

Compared to the rest of the country, Tennessee's cost of living is 10.1% lower than the U.S. average..

What are the schools like in Tennessee?

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What is the weather like in Tennessee?

September, May and October are the most pleasant months in the state of Tennessee, while January and December are the least comfortable months.

What is the economy like in Tennessee?

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About Tennessee

Tennessee stands out among other American states due to its unique culture that blends Appalachian music with traditional Southern hospitality —not to mention being the birthplace of Elvis Presley. The capital Nashville is known for its country music scene as well as a plethora of dining options ranging from ancient culinary traditions to modern gastronomy

Location Details

State: Tennessee
County: Shelby, Davidson, 95 total
Metro Area: Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, Memphis, 27 total
City: Nashville, Memphis, 503 total

Zip Codes: 37013, 37211, 37042, 37075, 37167, 38401, 37130, 37064, 37122, 37129, 628 total
Cost of Living: -10.1% lower

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Tennessee Cost of Living

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$277,400

Median Home Price

-21.9% lower than avg

$58,516

Median Income

-18.0% lower than avg

$1,070 /mo

Monthly rent (2br)

-33.6% lower than avg

89.9 / 100
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Tennessee Crime

42.8 / 100

Property Crime

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4

34.3 / 100
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To live comfortably in Tennessee, Tennessee

$53,280

for a family

$36,000

for a single person

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Seth · Cookeville, TN

Downhill fast

Over 1 years ago

I was born and raised in this state but Tennessee is going downhill fast. First, you should be aware middle Tennessee is #1 in the nation for nighttime tornados. More

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Stacy · Carmel, NY

Advise on relocating to TN - outdoorsy/work please

Over 3 years ago

Some friends moved to Nashville and surrounding areas and love it.We enjoy visiting the area, but were trying to narrow down areas to relocate to in TN.We will be More

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nyi · Clifton, NJ

Looking for the opinions of lifetime Tennesseeans

Over 3 years ago

Let me start with a little bit about me. First off, I am a believer in the Lord Jesus.Second, I'm from the communist state of NJ. I live near Manhattan and I can't More

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