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
$1,266
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$181
👥 People living there
212,421
222,791
Commute to work
19.5 min
19.7 min
College degree
29.7%
47.2%
Own their home
60.5%
58.3%
Below poverty line
15%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Huntsville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Des Moines | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $98,780 | $136,340 | +38% in Huntsville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,410 | $27,990 | +37% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,660 | $62,370 | -33% in Huntsville |
| Plumber | $75,040 | $57,020 | -24% in Huntsville |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,580 | $59,230 | -23% in Huntsville |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,880 | $38,400 | -21% in Huntsville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,230 | $103,900 | -21% in Huntsville |
| Medical Assistant | $46,920 | $36,920 | -21% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
About $60,897 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $80,579 in Huntsville, 12% more in Huntsville.