Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
21% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 21% more affordable than New Haven. A $75,000 salary in New Haven is equivalent to $59,110 in Murfreesboro.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. New Haven has a housing index of 137 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in New Haven costs $250,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $75,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in New Haven versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: New Haven scores 106 while Murfreesboro scores 95.
Healthcare costs in New Haven (114) are higher than Murfreesboro (96).
Median household income in New Haven is $42,158 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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