salaryHuntsville is 12% cheaperBased 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
$1,651
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$181
👥 People living there
288,976
222,791
Commute to work
18.8 min
19.7 min
College degree
38.7%
47.2%
Own their home
63.9%
58.3%
Below poverty line
8.9%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $62,370 | -53% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $64,550 | -44% in Huntsville |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $49,940 | -42% in Huntsville |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $57,020 | -39% in Huntsville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $157,430 | $103,900 | -34% in Huntsville |
| Registered Nurse | $115,290 | $77,090 | -33% in Huntsville |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $48,970 | -33% in Huntsville |
| Physician Assistant | $152,710 | $107,230 | -30% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $52,972 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $80,579 in Huntsville, 38% more in Anchorage.