salaryHuntsville is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$120
👥 People living there
222,791
278,001
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.4 min
College degree
47.2%
59.9%
Own their home
58.3%
46%
Below poverty line
12.6%
16.4%
Unemployment
4.1%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $100,340 | +61% in Madison |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $85,160 | +49% in Madison |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $78,430 | +34% in Madison |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $48,750 | +32% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $101,190 | +31% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $63,480 | +30% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $45,260 | +29% in Madison |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $133,080 | +28% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Madison cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $62,717 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Madison?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $84,177 in Madison, 4% more in Madison.