Livability Score

76
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (22) C-
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Just Love Coffee
Coffee Shop
The Sodabar
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
SaBaiDee Cafe
Coffee Shop
Catfeine Cat Cafe
Coffee Shop
Kung Fu Tea
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Newk's Eatery
Coffee Shop
Just Love Coffee Cafe
Coffee Shop
Just Love Coffee Cafe
Coffee Shop
Newk's Eatery
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Pad Thai Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (14) A+
Murfreesboro Strike & Spare
Bowling Alley
AMC Stones River 9
Cinema
Board and Brush
Theatre Arts
Premiere 6 Theatre
Cinema
Murfreesboro Art League
Art Gallery
AMC Murfreesboro 16
Cinema
Church Street Gallery
Art Gallery
Discovery Center
Museum
Thomas Kinkade Art Gallery
Art Gallery
Patterson Park Community Center
Theatre Arts
Batey Farms
Attraction
Reese Smith Jr. Field
Stadium
LTA Depot
Bowling Alley
Food and Drink (183) A-
Cowgirl Chocolates
Sweets
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sweets
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Whataburger
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Zaxby's
Fast Food
Checkers
Fast Food
Fazoli's
Fast Food
Stones River Total Beverages
Alcohol
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
BB Cutie
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
EZ Corner Wine & Spirits
Alcohol
Moe's Southwest Grill
Fast Food
Marble Slab Creamery
Sweets
Five Guys
Fast Food
MJ's Sports Bar
Bar
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
Panda Express
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Smoothie King
Fast Food
Slim Chickens
Fast Food
Taco Bell and Pizza Hut
Fast Food
Steak 'n Shake
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Fitness (17) B
Gold's Gym
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Revive Studio & Spa
Gym
CycleBar
Gym
Garage Barre and Bike
Gym
Gold's Gym
Gym
Carbon Culture
Gym
9 Round 30 min Kickbox Fitness
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
MTSU Rec Center / Pharmacy
Gym
Campus Recreation Center
Gym
Maxburn Fitness
Gym
Groceries (35) C-
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Julia's HomeStyle Bakery
Bakery
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop
Bakery
Kroger
Grocery Store
Simply Pure Sweets
Bakery
Kim’s International Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
JR's Foodland
Grocery Store
Crumbl Cookies - Murfreesboro
Bakery
Sprouts Farmers Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Gandy Seafood Cajun Market
Seafood
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Asian Mini Mart
Grocery Store
Publix
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Parks (118) A+
Old Fort Park
Park
Agricultural Center Ball Park
Park
Manson Pike Greenway Trailhead
Park
Kid's Castle
Playground
Gateway Island
Park
Cannonsburgh Pioneer Village
Park
Pond Park
Park
Oaklands Park
Park
Oaklands Park
Park
Thompson Lane Trailhead
Park
Walnut Grove
Park
MTSU Campus Seal
Park
McKnight Park
Park
Evergreen Park
Park
Womack Lane Park
Park
Muirwood Playground
Playground
Rogers Park
Park
Shops (220) A+
JCPenney
Department Store
Hot Topic
Clothing
Victoria's Secret
Clothing
Stones River Mall
Mall
Bath & Body Works
Beauty
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Clothing
Dillard's
Department Store
Spencer's
Gift Shop
Electronics Express
Electronics
Books-A-Million
Books
KId to Kid Children's Clothing
Clothing
Scrub Hub
Clothing
T Wesley Salon
Hairdresser
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
PetSmart
Pets
Visionworks
Optician
D & K Menswear
Clothing
Harbor Freight Tools
Home Improvement
Fountains at Gateway
Mall
Alchemy Hair Studio
Hairdresser
My Salon Suite
Beauty
Edible Arrangements
Gift Shop
Ashley HomeStore
Furniture
Thorntons
Convenience Store
Men's Wearhouse
Clothing
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Murfreesboro.
Public Transit Stops (22)
Stops & Stations
F
Raider Xpress - Jones Hall
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Todd Hall
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Smith Hall
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Forrest Hall
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Champion Way Garage
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - BAS
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Deere Hall
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Livestock Lot
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Student Union North
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Concrete Management Building
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Student Union South
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Student Union Lot
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Softball Field
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Womack Lane
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - MTSU Lot
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Recreation Area
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Greek Row
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Rutherford Lot 1
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Rutherford Lot 3
Bus Stop
Raider Xpress - Rutherford Lot 2
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.3%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Murfreesboro is 107/100 - which is 20% higher than Tennessee.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime D-

Murfreesboro crime rates are 2,622 per 100k, which is 10% lower than Tennessee
Property Crime
2,111 crimes per 100k
D+
Violent Crime
511 crimes per 100k
F
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employment C+

The median income in Murfreesboro is $60,683 - which is 30% higher than Tennessee.
Med. Household Income
$60,683
D+
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
C+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (59)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Station 4
Fire Station
Athena Consulting
Clinic
Ditcharo Orthodontics
Dentist
Stonegate Family Dentistry
Dentist
Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
Hospital
L&A Pediatric & Adult Clinic
Clinic
Castle Dental Center
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
Doctor
Trustpoint Hospital
Hospital
Rutherford County Sheriff Office
Police
Autism In Motion Clinics
Clinic
Eye Health Partners
Doctor
Embassy Dental
Dentist
Gethusemane Cardiovascular Clinic, PLLC
Doctor
Concentra Urgent Care
Clinic
Nandigam Neurology
Doctor
Beckman's Prescription Shop
Pharmacy
New Hope Chiropractic
Clinic
Aspen Dental
Dentist
Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics
Dentist
Murfreesboro Police Department
Police
Urgent Care
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
C-
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housing A+

Murfreesboro home prices are $257,500 - which is 76% higher than Tennessee
Home Price
$257,500
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
28%
A+
Home Affordability
4.2x (home price to income ratio)
D-
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schools C-

The Murfreesboro graduation rate is 88% - which is 11% higher than Tennessee
School Test Scores
46%
F
High School Grad. Rates
88%
B
Elementary Schools (38) F
Mcfadden School Of Excellence
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary
Northfield Elementary
Montessori Weaver School
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School
Icm Academy
Franklin Road Christian School
Redeemer Classical Academy
Middle Tennessee Christian School
Central Magnet School
Discovery School
Homer Pittard Campus School
Bellwood Christian Academy
Cason Lane Academy
St Rose Catholic School
Blackman Elementary School
Hobgood Elementary
Rutherford Academy
John Pittard Elementary
Reeves-Rogers Elementary
Cedar Grove School
Blackman Middle School
Scales Elementary School
Providence Christian Academy
Black Fox Elementary
High Schools (17) F
Holloway High School
Franklin Road Christian School
Redeemer Classical Academy
Middle Tennessee Christian School
Central Magnet School
Bellwood Christian Academy
Riverdale High School
Rutherford County Adult High School
Rutherford Academy
Cedar Grove School
Blackman High School
Providence Christian Academy
Siegel High School
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ratings C

Murfreesboro has an overall rating of 62% from 35 reviews.
User Reviews (4)
From AreaVibes
D+
User Surveys (31)
From AreaVibes
B
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  • Murfreesboro has a Livability Score of 76/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Murfreesboro crime rates are 10% lower than the Tennessee average
  • Cost of living in Murfreesboro is 20% higher than the Tennessee average
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Lovely Place Murfreesboro 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 17, 2024) I have lived in North Murfreesboro for 5 years. It's a nice town with lots of friendly people and a church and bank on every corner. There are a variety of fast food locations within a few blocks as well as sit-down restaurants within a few miles. There is a diverse population he ...Read More re. Tennessee is a conservative state that does a good job protecting freedom. You only need to drive for 20 minutes to reach a state park. It's a beautiful state. The only con is traffic on weekdays on the main roads can be challenging at times. Read Less
Sad in America 1 rating By Shonpeel ( Apr 30, 2016) Unless your Murfreesboro (boro) original and WHITE this place isn't for the worldly traveled folks. I felt so out of place, I walked into a subway patiently waiting. No, entry of hello welcome to subway we'll be right with you! Female Burnett answer phones continues with personal ...Read More call conversation. Blonde possiblly 6' male looks over me continues to make local residents sandwich. When I think it's my turn or at least next . Subway attendant acknowledges regular local customer whom steps right in front of me to purchase chips and drink. Response "oh he knows me and my order!' This has been by far the worst experience EVER in my life. Very noticeable racist acts for this part of the United States of America that I've ever been. However, first couple of days U-haul, Cracker Barrel, and Good Year was very hospitable! Awesome! I felt at ease very welcoming. Until the days past and true colors are revealed. Oh and my experience at Hyundai downtown with cashier was nothing but sickening. Now you get what you pay for until you decide which part of Nashville does one reside. ValuePlace isn't the most five start establishment but definitely one star and budget friendly. Watch your car your personal and better yet yourself. I wonder out Mount Juliet, Hermitage, Downtown, Franklin and Smyrna Tennessee are definitely places to be. A bit more intuitive. I question myself did I make the wrong mistake moving here YES! Will I give up NO! If everyone was the same the world would be Boring! Ignore the ignorance of others and enjoy this beautiful world! Read Less
Not bad but not great either. 2.5 rating By SScott ( Apr 07, 2016) I have lived in Murfreesboro for the majority of my 33 years on this earth. It isn't that bad here, honestly. However, it is impossible to do anything as a couple out on the town that doesn't involve forking over $100 dollars a night for a dinner and a visit to the one decent mov ...Read More ie theater here in town. The local community theaters (stage) are regularly putting on shows, so that is one positive. Another positive is the fall and late spring climate. It is sensational weather, especially in the fall. The negative is the summer humidity is intense, but it is the South East so...The restaurants in the community are varied from near $40 a plate to the $2.99 special at the Waffle House. If you have a family, Murfreesboro offers very solid schools, for the most part, and the kid activities are abundant. Once again though, there is an however, that is the traffic. It is lousy, and for a city this small that is ridiculous. Driving down Broad St, Memorial Blvd. Medical Center Pkwy or highway 231 can take 10 minutes or more to go two miles (on a good day). If you believe that it is a short drive to Nashville, think again. It can take an hour to get 20 miles to that city, unless you're driving after 9PM till 5:30 AM. The traffic is the biggest con to the area. There are little to no sidewalks anywhere so people will literally cross the street anywhere. The road construction seems endless and the landfill reeks so bad in the summer time you can't hardly stand it in that part of town, and that ruins some of the prettier scenery of the area. The renting of apartments in this area is outlandish, I know this site says the avg. renting price is $864 but that is including section 8 housing. My wife and I searched all over this community for the best deal and in reality you are paying $100 or so per 100 sq. foot in your apartment. Housing prices are borderline ridiculous, unless you are okay with $200K plus home. Another con is the crime is on the rise, significantly. It is hard to go two days without hearing about a rape, shooting, or home invasion situation. The element that makes Murfreesboro almost unbearable to reside in is that the community has been estimated to grow another 40.9% over the next ten years and the growth is so rampant that the city is still at least 10 years behind in its planning. In closing, Murfreesboro is a livable place if you make $85K plus a year and want your children to be in some of the better schools of the state. If you are single and wanting to meet people, I have seen a lot worse places. The entertainment, minus only having one average movie theater is very good. The shopping is excellent, literally everything you need is here. The cost of living is slightly too high for the avg. middle class family, and on the rise. The traffic is horrible for about 18 of the 24 hours of the day. Lacking in any real public transportation or sidewalks. Yet the worse part about this city is the that the growth is endless and the community simply can not keep up. So if you are someone who seeks a quite 1500 Sq. ft. home with a .50 acre lot for under $180K, seek elsewhere. This city is just too expensive, too crowded, too much construction, and is projected to only get worse. Areavibes has it wrong, (80) is the wrong score. Think more in line with a (75). Read Less
New place to live 4 rating By Natalieparker ( Mar 10, 2016) I moved here when I was 13 from a small town. I didn't think I was going to like moving to a city like this but I found out quite fast that I loved it. I am now 16 and love the two malls that are here, The Avenue and Stones River. The restaurants seem endless, and the pools in th ...Read More e summer time are amazing! It really is a great place to live for everybody. Read Less
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Not bad but not great either. 2.5 rating By SScott ( Apr 07, 2016) I have lived in Murfreesboro for the majority of my 33 years on this earth. It isn't that bad here, honestly. However, it is impossible to do anything as a couple out on the town that doesn't involve forking over $100 dollars a night for a dinner and a visit to the one decent mov ...Read More ie theater here in town. The local community theaters (stage) are regularly putting on shows, so that is one positive. Another positive is the fall and late spring climate. It is sensational weather, especially in the fall. The negative is the summer humidity is intense, but it is the South East so...The restaurants in the community are varied from near $40 a plate to the $2.99 special at the Waffle House. If you have a family, Murfreesboro offers very solid schools, for the most part, and the kid activities are abundant. Once again though, there is an however, that is the traffic. It is lousy, and for a city this small that is ridiculous. Driving down Broad St, Memorial Blvd. Medical Center Pkwy or highway 231 can take 10 minutes or more to go two miles (on a good day). If you believe that it is a short drive to Nashville, think again. It can take an hour to get 20 miles to that city, unless you're driving after 9PM till 5:30 AM. The traffic is the biggest con to the area. There are little to no sidewalks anywhere so people will literally cross the street anywhere. The road construction seems endless and the landfill reeks so bad in the summer time you can't hardly stand it in that part of town, and that ruins some of the prettier scenery of the area. The renting of apartments in this area is outlandish, I know this site says the avg. renting price is $864 but that is including section 8 housing. My wife and I searched all over this community for the best deal and in reality you are paying $100 or so per 100 sq. foot in your apartment. Housing prices are borderline ridiculous, unless you are okay with $200K plus home. Another con is the crime is on the rise, significantly. It is hard to go two days without hearing about a rape, shooting, or home invasion situation. The element that makes Murfreesboro almost unbearable to reside in is that the community has been estimated to grow another 40.9% over the next ten years and the growth is so rampant that the city is still at least 10 years behind in its planning. In closing, Murfreesboro is a livable place if you make $85K plus a year and want your children to be in some of the better schools of the state. If you are single and wanting to meet people, I have seen a lot worse places. The entertainment, minus only having one average movie theater is very good. The shopping is excellent, literally everything you need is here. The cost of living is slightly too high for the avg. middle class family, and on the rise. The traffic is horrible for about 18 of the 24 hours of the day. Lacking in any real public transportation or sidewalks. Yet the worse part about this city is the that the growth is endless and the community simply can not keep up. So if you are someone who seeks a quite 1500 Sq. ft. home with a .50 acre lot for under $180K, seek elsewhere. This city is just too expensive, too crowded, too much construction, and is projected to only get worse. Areavibes has it wrong, (80) is the wrong score. Think more in line with a (75). Read Less
New place to live 4 rating By Natalieparker ( Mar 10, 2016) I moved here when I was 13 from a small town. I didn't think I was going to like moving to a city like this but I found out quite fast that I loved it. I am now 16 and love the two malls that are here, The Avenue and Stones River. The restaurants seem endless, and the pools in th ...Read More e summer time are amazing! It really is a great place to live for everybody. Read Less
Make a Splash During a Visit to Murfreesboro, TN! 4 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 04, 2010) This past summer, my family and I passed through the lovely city of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. We were on our way to Florida and it was early evening. We needed to find a place to eat and a hotel to spend the night. Little did we know that we would enjoy the hospitality in Murfrees ...Read More boro so much that we would end up staying two nights!

While enjoying the excellent service and food at a quaint pizzeria called Marina's on the Square, we met a family who had just visited the new expanded swimming pool at the SportsCom. As they were raving about the huge pool and athletic facility, my children began pleading with me to visit the facility. Because we were under no strict time constraints, we decided to extend our stay and visit the SportsCom facility. The line to get into the facility was long, but the pool and atmosphere made the wait in line well worth it. My children said that they want to return to SportsCom and Murfreesboro during our next summer vacation!

In addition to the great SportsCom activities, visitors can enjoy shopping at the Stones River Mall and the Antique Center on Church Street. Navigating the roads in the city of Murfreesboro is easy, as the traffic tends to flow smoothly. Murfreesboro is a hidden gem for traveling families! Read Less

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      Murfreesboro, TN

      Murfreesboro is rich with history, and it is one of the best places in America to learn about the Civil War. The city is located near Nashville, and it is offers easy access to Tennessee's capital city. With a population exceeding 140,000, the city is one of the larger ones in the entire state. Murfreesboro was originally named Cannonsburgh Village, but the name of the town was changed to honor a soldier who fought during the American Revolutionary War.

      Today's Murfreesboro is known for its hospitality and friendly attitude. The city has a lot of positive qualities that attract families. In addition to top schools, Murfreesboro is home to the Discovery Center at Murfreesboro Spring. This is an interactive museum where children can spend hours learning about science, history, and math without even realizing it. Murfreesboro is also home to the Stones River National Battlefield that was the site of a fierce battle during the Civil War. Touring Oaklands Mansion is one of the best ways to learn about the city's past as you explore the life and home of one of the rich residents of Murfreesboro's past. Barfield Crescent Park is a popular choice for families who are looking to get outside and blow off a little bit of steam on a wonderful playground.

      Getting around Murfreesboro is not too difficult, however, Interstate 24 can back up due to rush hour traffic in Nashville. While Murfreesboro's traffic is nowhere near as bad as that found in Atlanta or Nashville itself, drivers should plan their commute around the usual delays. The Rover Bus System offers passengers public transit options that can take the stress out of driving. The bus network has been recognized several times at the state level for the high quality of service that they provide their riders.

      Adams Point and Baird Corner are just a couple of the many areas of town that those looking to rent or buy should check out in Murfreesboro. Home prices in the area are slightly higher than those found in other cities in the state, but this is not too surprising given its strategic location to Nashville. In general, the cost of living in Murfreesboro is low by most standards, and the city offers a lot of outdoor attractions that can help an individual or family control their costs if that is a need.

      Murfreesboro offers residents an amazing quality of life with all of the amenities of the capital city a mere thirty minutes away. If you want to have a small town atmosphere with all of the entertainment options, nightlife, and educational opportunities of a large metropolitan area, Murfreesboro might be the right choice for you and the family.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Murfreesboro? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Old Fort Park
      Agricultural Center Ball Park
      Manson Pike Greenway Trailhead
      Kid's Castle
      Gateway Island
      Cannonsburgh Pioneer Village
      Pond Park
      Oaklands Park

      Entertainment

      Murfreesboro Strike & Spare
      AMC Stones River 9
      Board and Brush
      Premiere 6 Theatre
      Murfreesboro Art League
      AMC Murfreesboro 16
      Church Street Gallery
      Discovery Center

      Food & Drink

      Cowgirl Chocolates
      Nothing Bundt Cakes
      Panera Bread
      Whataburger
      Wendy's
      Zaxby's
      Checkers
      Fazoli's

      D+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Murfreesboro? Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Murfreesboro.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A Health & Safety

      Is Murfreesboro a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Ascension Medical Group - St Thomas
      Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
      Trustpoint Hospital
      Cedar Grove Treatment Center

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Health Mart

      Doctors

      Nandigam Neurology
      7 Springs
      Murfreesboro Medical Clinic
      Eye Health Partners
      Gethusemane Cardiovascular Clinic, PLLC