Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Nashville, TN

Moving from L.A. to Nashville 

From the West Coast to the South, moving from Los Angeles to Nashville is an exciting adventure! It’s a hub for music, healthcare and publishing. It’s also home to higher institutions like Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University. Before you go, learn about some other things that make Nashville a great city to call home. 

What to Expect When Moving to “Music City, U.S.A.” 

Here are some of the top things to know about your new city:  

Population 

You’ll notice a significant difference in the number of people living in Nashville. While L.A. is home to more than 4 million people, Nashville has a population of about 692,000.

Weather 

Warm, sunny days will follow you from L.A. to Nashville. But, the winter will be colder with some snow each season. You’ll also experience more rain and severe thunderstorms than you may have in California. 

Music

Los Angeles is known for its musical style of rap, hip-hop and electronic dance. In Nashville, you’ll find more pop, rock, bluegrass, jazz and blues. Famous singers like Louis Armstrong, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Elvis Presley have all left a musical imprint on the city. You can listen and dance to their style of music and more in a variety of venues around Nashville. 

Fun Things to Do 

Get to know Nashville at these local attractions:

  • The Station Inn. Enjoy an evening of bluegrass at this cozy club. 
  • Johnny Cash Museum and Café. With the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia, this museum is a haven for country and rock-and-roll fans. 
  • Grand Ole Opry. You can’t live in Nashville without visiting the “Country’s Most Famous Stage” at least once. Look online for tickets to see some of your favorite artists perform! 

Move from L.A. to Nashville with U-Pack® 

U-Pack is a self-move service that doesn’t require you to drive long distance. And with a broad coverage area, we can provide fast transit times. See how much your move to Nashville will cost by getting a free quote or calling 844-362-5303844-594-3077.