salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntsville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$181
👥 People living there
189,247
222,791
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.7 min
College degree
23.6%
47.2%
Own their home
50.7%
58.3%
Below poverty line
23.3%
12.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Huntsville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $136,340 | +39% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $62,370 | -25% in Huntsville |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $58,500 | -24% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $27,990 | -23% in Huntsville |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $128,080 | +21% in Huntsville |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $48,010 | -21% in Huntsville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $62,250 | -21% in Huntsville |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $48,970 | -20% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Akron and Huntsville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,809 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $80,579 in Huntsville, 36% more in Huntsville.