Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
13% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 13% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $65,187 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. Springfield has a housing index of 106 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Springfield costs $230,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $95,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Springfield versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Springfield scores 104 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Springfield (114) are higher than Murfreesboro (96).
Median household income in Springfield is $41,612 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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