Cost of Living in Forest Hills, TN

With a cost of living index of 168, Forest Hills, TN is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 68% more expensive than the national average and 87% above the Tennessee state average of 80. Forest Hills is a small community of 4,802 residents.

The median household income in Forest Hills is $250,001, which is 233% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.