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
$1,219
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$181
👥 People living there
201,885
222,791
Commute to work
19.6 min
19.7 min
College degree
26.6%
47.2%
Own their home
59.7%
58.3%
Below poverty line
15.8%
12.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Huntsville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $136,340 | +59% in Huntsville |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $105,760 | +39% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $62,370 | -27% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $27,990 | +23% in Huntsville |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $107,230 | -19% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $64,550 | -18% in Huntsville |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $35,520 | +16% in Huntsville |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,310 | $33,120 | +13% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $60,818 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $80,579 in Huntsville, 12% more in Huntsville.