salaryHuntsville is 12% 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
$2,065
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$181
👥 People living there
718,877
222,791
Commute to work
24.9 min
19.7 min
College degree
56.5%
47.2%
Own their home
48.8%
58.3%
Below poverty line
11.2%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $48,010 | -45% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $62,370 | -45% in Huntsville |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $59,230 | -40% in Huntsville |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $64,550 | -37% in Huntsville |
| HVAC Technician | $71,580 | $49,940 | -30% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $27,990 | -29% in Huntsville |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $35,210 | -28% in Huntsville |
| Medical Assistant | $49,700 | $36,920 | -26% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $52,791 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $80,579 in Huntsville, 27% more in Denver.