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Murfreesboro, TN
Murfreesboro · Rutherford County · TN 37130
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$302K
Median Price
32/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
50 min
to Nashville, TN
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
32/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Murfreesboro is a decent middle‑income suburb with solid schools and low flood risk, but it’s very car‑dependent and offers limited transit and nightlife. Prices are reasonable for families but not great for young professionals or remote workers who value a walkable, lively community.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated elementary schools (average 9/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Reasonably priced homes for the median income
- ✓Family‑friendly neighborhoods with moderate parks
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 32 means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Transit score of 39 provides only some bus options, not a robust system
- !Crime data is mixed; property crime tends to be higher than city average
- !Limited dining and nightlife options compared to larger cities
- $Annual property taxes (~1.5% of home value)
- $Homeowners insurance (higher in suburban TN)
- $Gasoline costs for commuting, especially if working in Nashville
Best For
Families looking for good public schoolsMiddle‑income buyers seeking a suburban feelRemote workers who don’t mind a car for commutingPeople who prioritize low flood risk
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Murfreesboro, TN
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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