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| Measure | Louisville | Nashville | Austin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | 1°C / 26°C | 3°C / 26°C | 11°C / 30°C |
| Sunny days a year | 190 | 205 | 230 |
| Snow a year | 30 cm | 15 cm | 2 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 88 | 100 | 105 |
| Typical home price | US$260,000 | US$450,000 | US$550,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$2,340 | US$3,150 | US$9,900 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Low | None | None |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 6 / 10 | 7.2 / 10 | 7.7 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 3.3% | 3.5% |
| Main industries | Logistics, health, bourbon, autos | Health care, music, tech | Tech, government, music |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 15 min | 20 min | 20 min |
| Ski hill | 1h | 3h+ | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 40 min | 30 min | 15 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: High |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ☀️ Warm winters | – | – | ✓ |
| ⛳ Golf | ✓ | – | – |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🎸 Live music | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | – | – | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | ✓ | – | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.