What are the schools like in Nashville, MI?

Nashville is served primarily by Maple Valley Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.6:1.

What is the median household income in Nashville?

The median household income in Nashville, MI is $50,938 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.

What is the weather like in Nashville, MI?

Nashville has an average high temperature of 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 68.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Nashville, MI affordable or expensive?

Nashville's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nashville is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $108,200 and the median rent is $768 per month.

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

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

Is Nashville, MI a Good Place to Live?

Nashville is a small town of 1,440 in Michigan, with a median household income of $50,938 and a 4.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. 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: 91.2

Nashville's overall cost of living index is 91.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nashville costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nashville, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$108,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$768	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,938	$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 Maple Valley Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nashville, MI	National Avg
School District	Maple Valley Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nashville sees average highs of 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 68.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nashville, MI
Average High — January	30.5°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	68.0"

Demographics

Metric	Nashville, MI	National Avg
Population	1,440	—
Median Age	48.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	16.5%	22.2%
65 and over	21.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Vermontville, MI 4 mi Dowling, MI 9 mi Woodland, MI 9 mi Hastings, MI 10 mi Bellevue, MI 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Nashville

Nashville, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49073

Nashville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nashville, MI affordable or expensive?

Nashville's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nashville roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $108,200 and median rent is $768/month.

What is the crime rate in Nashville, MI?

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 Maple Valley Schools. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. 8.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nashville, MI a good place to live?

Nashville, MI has a population of 1,440, a median household income of $50,938, and an unemployment rate of 4.2%. 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 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 68.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nashville?

Nashville, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49073.

What is the population of Nashville?

The population of Nashville, Michigan is 1,440 with a median age of 48.9. 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 91 (100 = US average), median home $108,200, median household income $50,938, 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.