Moving from Nashville, TN, to Boston, MA

Setting up a new life in “Bean Town”

Nashville is known as “Music City,” but Boston’s nickname, “Bean Town,” could leave you scratching your head. But don’t worry, try some of Boston’s famous baked beans, and you’ll understand and might even reminisce about the Southern-style cooking back in Nashville.

Boston’s population of around 676,000 is slightly smaller than Nashville’s 700,000, but their metro populations follow the opposite pattern. Boston has around 5 million in the metro, compared to only 2 million in Nashville.

Ready to learn more about what to expect in Boston? Keep reading for information about the state capital of Massachusetts.

Prepare for colder weather in New England

Like Nashville, Boston experiences all four seasons, but the weather is cooler year-round.

Nashville’s average summer highs are over 90 degrees, but seasonal highs average only 82 degrees in Boston. Rainfall is similar, with Boston averaging 47 inches annually, compared to 50 inches in Nashville.

Nashville receives an average of only 4 inches of snow per year. Boston’s winters are much colder, with an average low temperature of 19 degrees and 48 inches of snowfall.

Explore Boston and early American history

History buffs will love Boston. It showcases early American history, with attractions like the Freedom Trail and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. Here are some other historical attractions you won’t want to miss:

  • Boston Public Library
  • John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
  • Massachusetts State House
  • Old North Church
  • Paul Revere House
  • USS Constitution

Job opportunities around Boston

While the cost of living is higher in Boston than in Nashville, career opportunities are abundant, and salaries are typically higher. The area's top industries include finance, government, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, logistics and technology.

Amazon, Biogen, Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston University, the City of Boston, Fidelity Investments, Harvard University, Mass General Brigham, MIT, Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Wayfair are among the city's largest employers.

A move to Massachusetts can be easy with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers ready to help with your long-distance move. Our locations near Nashville and Boston have the expertise for a smooth moving experience. 

We’re a DIY moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we drive your belongings. Get a free online quote today, or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.