salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$223
👥 People living there
222,791
618,980
Commute to work
19.7 min
21.1 min
College degree
47.2%
28%
Own their home
58.3%
44.9%
Below poverty line
12.6%
23.1%
Unemployment
4.1%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Memphis for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $62,910 | +31% in Memphis |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $78,580 | +26% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $102,510 | -25% in Memphis |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $71,600 | +21% in Memphis |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $124,600 | +20% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $75,410 | +17% in Memphis |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,400 | $44,090 | +15% in Memphis |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $56,780 | +14% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Huntsville and Memphis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $59,424 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Memphis?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $55,797 in Memphis, 44% more in Huntsville.