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Atlanta vs Nashville: Full Comparison

Updated November 2026 · Cost of living, safety, and climate data

Quick Answer

Nashville is 19% safer. Atlanta has more comfortable months (6 vs 6). Atlanta population: 529,110. Nashville population: 678,044.

Which city is better for you?

Cost of LivingTie
SafetyNashville
WeatherTie
HousingAtlanta

Based on cost of living indices, FBI crime data, and NOAA climate records.

Cost of Living: Atlanta vs Nashville

CategoryAtlantaNashville
Overall Index110110
Housing$2,528/moIndex: 142$2,581/moIndex: 145
Groceries$418/moIndex: 102$402/moIndex: 98
Transportation$368/moIndex: 105$368/moIndex: 105
Healthcare$326/moIndex: 102$326/moIndex: 102
Utilities$209/moIndex: 95$202/moIndex: 92

Index 100 = national average. Dollar amounts are estimated monthly costs. Sources: BEA Regional Price Parities, C2ER Cost of Living Index.

Safety: Atlanta vs Nashville

Nashville is 19% safer overall, with a crime rate of 44.5 per 1,000 residents vs Atlanta's 55. Nashville earns a F safety grade compared to Atlanta's F. Based on 2023 FBI data.

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Atlanta

Georgia

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeD
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate55/1K
TrendStable
F

Nashville

Tennessee

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeF
Property CrimeD-
Crime Rate44.5/1K
TrendDeclining
MetricAtlantaNashville
Overall Crime Rate55/1K44.5/1K
Violent Crime Rate700.0950.0
Property Crime Rate4800.03500.0
Murder Rate12.213.1
Assault Rate484.4672.8
Robbery Rate129.5169.3
Burglary Rate812.4480.3
Theft Rate3481.22918.0
Vehicle Theft Rate1018.6556.4

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Victim Odds

In Atlanta, you have a 1 in 18 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 22 in Nashville.

Climate: Atlanta vs Nashville

Atlanta Climate Overview

Annual High72.1°F
Annual Low52.9°F
Annual Rain47.6"
Annual Snow0.9"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthMay
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarm

Nashville Climate Overview

Annual High70.8°F
Annual Low50.5°F
Annual Rain46.2"
Annual Snow5.0"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthMay
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarm

Monthly Temperature Comparison

AtlantaNashvilleHigh/Low °F range
20°40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
MetricAtlantaNashville
Avg Annual High72.1°F70.8°F
Avg Annual Low52.9°F50.5°F
Annual Rain47.6"46.2"
Annual Snow0.9"5.0"
Comfortable Months66
Freezing Months01

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Nashville is 4°F colder in winter than Atlanta. Nashville gets significantly more snow (5" vs 1").

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atlanta cheaper than Nashville?
Atlanta and Nashville have very similar costs of living (index 110 vs 110, where 100 is the national average). Day-to-day expenses are comparable in both cities.
Is Atlanta safer than Nashville?
Nashville is 19% safer overall, with a crime rate of 44.5 per 1,000 residents vs Atlanta's 55. Nashville earns a F safety grade. Based on 2023 FBI data.
Which city has better weather, Atlanta or Nashville?
Atlanta is about the same temperature as Nashville. Atlanta has more comfortable months (6 vs 6). Annual snow: Atlanta gets 1", Nashville gets 5".
Should I move to Atlanta or Nashville?
It depends on your priorities. Nashville is safer (F grade). Atlanta is more affordable (index 110 vs 110). Atlanta has better year-round weather. Atlanta has a population of 529,110 and Nashville has 678,044. Consider job market, culture, and proximity to family alongside these data points.
How big is Atlanta compared to Nashville?
Atlanta has a population of 529,110 and Nashville has 678,044. Nashville is 28% larger by population.
Is housing cheaper in Atlanta or Nashville?
Housing is cheaper in Atlanta. Estimated monthly housing costs: Atlanta $2,528/mo vs Nashville $2,581/mo. That's based on a housing index of 142 vs 145 (100 = national average of $1,780/mo).

Learn More About Each City

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Atlanta Safety ReportFull crime breakdown and trends
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Nashville Safety ReportFull crime breakdown and trends
Salary CalculatorClimate Compare ToolSafety Comparison Tool

Safety data: 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities and C2ER Cost of Living Index. Climate: NOAA 30-year normals. Not a substitute for local guidance.

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