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
$1,277
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$181
👥 People living there
366,097
222,791
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.7 min
College degree
22.4%
47.2%
Own their home
41.7%
58.3%
Below poverty line
30.6%
12.6%
Unemployment
10.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $97,750 | $136,340 | +39% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,990 | $62,370 | -30% in Huntsville |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $48,010 | -23% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $27,990 | -23% in Huntsville |
| Physician Assistant | $135,860 | $107,230 | -21% in Huntsville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,800 | $103,900 | -21% in Huntsville |
| HVAC Technician | $62,790 | $49,940 | -20% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $64,550 | -20% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
About $59,456 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $80,579 in Huntsville, 45% more in Huntsville.