salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$167
👥 People living there
222,791
631,818
Commute to work
19.7 min
22.5 min
College degree
47.2%
33.8%
Own their home
58.3%
60.7%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $89,140 | -35% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $74,680 | +31% in Louisville |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $81,390 | +30% in Louisville |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $130,830 | +22% in Louisville |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $44,450 | +20% in Louisville |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $42,220 | +20% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,500 | $46,830 | +19% in Louisville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $122,900 | +18% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $60,001 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Louisville?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $72,097 in Louisville, 12% more in Huntsville.