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Nashville vs Atlanta: Full Comparison

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

Quick Answer

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

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: Nashville vs Atlanta

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

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

Safety: Nashville vs Atlanta

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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Nashville

Tennessee

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeF
Property CrimeD-
Crime Rate44.5/1K
TrendDeclining
F

Atlanta

Georgia

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeD
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate55/1K
TrendStable
MetricNashvilleAtlanta
Overall Crime Rate44.5/1K55/1K
Violent Crime Rate950.0700.0
Property Crime Rate3500.04800.0
Murder Rate13.112.2
Assault Rate672.8484.4
Robbery Rate169.3129.5
Burglary Rate480.3812.4
Theft Rate2918.03481.2
Vehicle Theft Rate556.41018.6

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

Victim Odds

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

Climate: Nashville vs Atlanta

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
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J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarm

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

Monthly Temperature Comparison

NashvilleAtlantaHigh/Low °F range
20°40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
MetricNashvilleAtlanta
Avg Annual High70.8°F72.1°F
Avg Annual Low50.5°F52.9°F
Annual Rain46.2"47.6"
Annual Snow5.0"0.9"
Comfortable Months66
Freezing Months10

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 Nashville cheaper than Atlanta?
Nashville and Atlanta 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 Nashville safer than Atlanta?
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, Nashville or Atlanta?
Atlanta is about the same temperature as Nashville. Nashville has more comfortable months (6 vs 6). Annual snow: Nashville gets 5", Atlanta gets 1".
Should I move to Nashville or Atlanta?
It depends on your priorities. Nashville is safer (F grade). Nashville is more affordable (index 110 vs 110). Nashville has better year-round weather. Nashville has a population of 678,044 and Atlanta has 529,110. Consider job market, culture, and proximity to family alongside these data points.
How big is Nashville compared to Atlanta?
Nashville has a population of 678,044 and Atlanta has 529,110. Nashville is 28% larger by population.
Is housing cheaper in Nashville or Atlanta?
Housing is cheaper in Atlanta. Estimated monthly housing costs: Nashville $2,581/mo vs Atlanta $2,528/mo. That's based on a housing index of 145 vs 142 (100 = national average of $1,780/mo).

Learn More About Each City

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Nashville Safety ReportFull crime breakdown and trends
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Atlanta 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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