65
Overall Score /100
Wins 2 of 7 categories
65
Overall Score /100
Wins 2 of 7 categories
It's a tie 2–2
based on 7 categories of official U.S. government data
Neither wins 2–2 overall (65/100)
💼 Murfreesboro has lower unemployment
🛡️ Murfreesboro has fewer disasters
📋 Austin vs Murfreesboro — The Verdict
It's a close call — Austin (65.5/100) and Murfreesboro (65/100) each win 2 categories. Murfreesboro may be the better fit for budget-conscious movers.
💡 Key Differences
📊
Murfreesboro has a 0.7 percentage point lower unemployment rate, suggesting a stronger job market.
🛡️
Murfreesboro has experienced 4 fewer federally declared disasters in the last 20 years, indicating lower overall natural disaster risk.
Median Home Value
$461,500
N/A
Median Rent /mo
$1,549
N/A
Median Income
$86,556
N/A
Electricity ¢/kWh
12.30¢
¢
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
3.6%
Top Jobs — Austin
Software Developer
$125,430
Registered Nurse
$78,340
Project Manager
$98,760
Accountant
$72,150
Marketing Manager
$105,200
Top Jobs — Murfreesboro
Both cities offer competitive employment, with Murfreesboro having a slight edge at 3.6% unemployment. Industry fit may matter more than the overall rate.
Air Quality (AQI)
28 Good
0
Toxic Facilities (TRI)
3
0
Environmental conditions are broadly similar between the two cities based on current EPA monitoring data.
Max Internet Speed
2,000 Mbps
N/A Mbps
Fiber Available
✅ Yes
❌ No
Solar Potential (kWh/m²/day)
5.46
Internet and utility infrastructure data helps assess remote work viability and monthly overhead costs in each city.
Disasters (20 years)
12
8
Hurricane Risk
Moderate
Low
Natural disaster exposure is comparable between both cities based on FEMA declaration data.
❓ Moving from Austin to Murfreesboro: Common Questions
Does Austin or Murfreesboro have better weather?
Murfreesboro scores higher on climate (50/100 vs 50/100).
Is Austin or Murfreesboro better for finding a job?
Murfreesboro currently has a stronger job market. Unemployment is 4.3% in Austin vs 3.6% in Murfreesboro.
Which city is safer — Austin or Murfreesboro?
In terms of natural disaster risk, Murfreesboro is safer. Austin has had 12 federal disaster declarations in 20 years vs 8 in Murfreesboro. Austin scores 95/100 on safety vs 95/100 for Murfreesboro.
Should I move from Austin to Murfreesboro?
Based on our data, Austin scores 65.5/100 vs Murfreesboro's 65.0/100 overall. The best choice depends on your priorities — Murfreesboro is more affordable, while Murfreesboro has a better climate.
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📊 Data: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), NOAA Climate Normals,
EPA AirNow & TRI, NREL PVWatts, FEMA Disaster Declarations, FCC Broadband Data.
Last updated: October 20, 2026.