Forrest, IL vs Nashville, IL

Forrest is moderately more affordable than Nashville, with a 11.5% lower cost of living index. Forrest scores 62 compared to 70 for Nashville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Nashville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Forrest is $663/month compared to $816/month in Nashville — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Forrest is more affordable at $104,000 median vs $146,500.

Median household income in Forrest is $70,417 compared to $61,753 in Nashville (+14%). Forrest offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Forrest spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, less than the 15.9% in Nashville.

Climate-wise, Nashville is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.3°F in Forrest. Nashville receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 40.4" in Forrest.