Huntsville is 23% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$133
👥 People living there
222,791
459,745
Commute to work
19.7 min
27.3 min
College degree
47.2%
37.4%
Own their home
58.3%
30.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
19.4%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $75,710 | +58% in Miami |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $78,990 | +33% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $82,780 | +33% in Miami |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $36,070 | +29% in Miami |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $131,340 | +26% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $79,840 | +24% in Miami |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $132,360 | +23% in Miami |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $105,640 | -23% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Miami cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 23% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $73,591 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Miami?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $67,365 in Miami, 20% more in Huntsville.