salaryColumbus is 4% 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
$1,314
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$181
👥 People living there
203,711
222,791
Commute to work
20.9 min
19.7 min
College degree
30.5%
47.2%
Own their home
50.8%
58.3%
Below poverty line
19%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.3%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus 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 | Columbus | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $82,330 | $136,340 | +66% in Huntsville |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $105,760 | +36% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,800 | $27,990 | +35% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $49,990 | $64,550 | +29% in Huntsville |
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $133,220 | +28% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,240 | $62,370 | -22% in Huntsville |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $57,020 | +20% in Huntsville |
| Truck Driver | $47,570 | $56,690 | +19% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,364 in Huntsville.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $62,537 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $80,579 in Huntsville, 22% more in Huntsville.