salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$180
👥 People living there
222,791
195,185
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.2 min
College degree
47.2%
34.6%
Own their home
58.3%
46.6%
Below poverty line
12.6%
20.2%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Knoxville for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $84,640 | +36% in Knoxville |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $104,590 | -23% in Knoxville |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $107,350 | $85,730 | -20% in Knoxville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $56,780 | +14% in Knoxville |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $56,380 | -13% in Knoxville |
| Civil Engineer | $105,760 | $96,320 | -9% in Knoxville |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $38,000 | +8% in Knoxville |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $62,890 | +6% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $59,676 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $58,281 in Knoxville, 38% more in Huntsville.