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
$1,379
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$181
👥 People living there
311,224
222,791
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.7 min
College degree
41.8%
47.2%
Own their home
39.8%
58.3%
Below poverty line
25.5%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for cheaper homes.
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $102,940 | $62,370 | -39% in Huntsville |
| Operations Manager | $100,670 | $136,340 | +35% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $27,990 | -23% in Huntsville |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,750 | $59,230 | -22% in Huntsville |
| HVAC Technician | $62,240 | $49,940 | -20% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $64,550 | -20% in Huntsville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,700 | $103,900 | -19% in Huntsville |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $48,970 | -19% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
About $58,554 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $80,579 in Huntsville, 29% more in Huntsville.