salaryHuntsville is 15% 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
$2,666
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$181
👥 People living there
236,254
222,791
Commute to work
26.2 min
19.7 min
College degree
77.1%
47.2%
Own their home
41.3%
58.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $62,370 | -48% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $27,990 | -39% in Huntsville |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $59,230 | -32% in Huntsville |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $133,220 | -32% in Huntsville |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $49,940 | -31% in Huntsville |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $48,010 | -28% in Huntsville |
| Physician Assistant | $148,200 | $107,230 | -28% in Huntsville |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $77,090 | -25% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,287 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $80,579 in Huntsville, 90% more in Arlington.