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
$1,291
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$181
👥 People living there
198,173
222,791
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.7 min
College degree
31.1%
47.2%
Own their home
45.5%
58.3%
Below poverty line
24.7%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $133,220 | -22% in Huntsville |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $136,340 | +10% in Huntsville |
| Civil Engineer | $97,420 | $105,760 | +9% in Huntsville |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,470 | $107,350 | +8% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $64,550 | +7% in Huntsville |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $48,010 | -6% in Huntsville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,500 | $39,500 | +5% in Huntsville |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,450 | $33,120 | +5% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,935 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $80,579 in Huntsville, 38% more in Huntsville.