What are the schools like in Nashville, IL?

Nashville is served primarily by Nashville CCSD 49. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.8:1.

What is the median household income in Nashville?

The median household income in Nashville, IL is $65,719 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.6%.

What is the weather like in Nashville, IL?

Nashville has an average high temperature of 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.7 inches.

Nashville, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Nashville, IL affordable or expensive?

Nashville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nashville is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $142,900 and the median rent is $832 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Nashville, IL?

Crime rate data for Nashville is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Nashville, IL a Good Place to Live?

Nashville is a small town of 3,025 in Illinois, with a median household income of $65,719 and a 7.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Nashville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Nashville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Nashville city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.5

Nashville's overall cost of living index is 93.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nashville costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nashville, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$142,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$832	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,719	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Nashville is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Nashville is served primarily by Nashville CCSD 49. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nashville, IL	National Avg
School District	Nashville CCSD 49	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nashville sees average highs of 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 42.2 inches of annual precipitation and 11.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nashville, IL
Average High — January	38.7°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	42.2"
Annual Snowfall	11.7"

Demographics

Metric	Nashville, IL	National Avg
Population	3,025	—
Median Age	43.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	19.8%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

New Minden, IL 6 mi Addieville, IL 6 mi Hoyleton, IL 9 mi Oakdale, IL 9 mi Ashley, IL 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Nashville

Nashville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62263

Nashville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nashville, IL affordable or expensive?

Nashville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nashville roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $142,900 and median rent is $832/month.

What is the crime rate in Nashville, IL?

Crime data for Nashville is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Nashville?

Public schools in Nashville are operated by Nashville CCSD 49. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. 17.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nashville, IL a good place to live?

Nashville, IL has a population of 3,025, a median household income of $65,719, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Nashville?

Nashville averages 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.2 inches with about 11.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nashville?

Nashville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62263.

What is the population of Nashville?

The population of Nashville, Illinois is 3,025 with a median age of 43.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nashville?

Key numbers for living in Nashville: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $142,900, median household income $65,719, schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nashville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.