Huntsville is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Minneapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$91
👥 People living there
222,791
427,246
Commute to work
19.7 min
22 min
College degree
47.2%
55.5%
Own their home
58.3%
47.7%
Below poverty line
12.6%
16%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $112,630 | +81% in Minneapolis |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $101,630 | +78% in Minneapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $97,910 | +65% in Minneapolis |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $77,490 | +55% in Minneapolis |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $74,060 | +51% in Minneapolis |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $97,190 | +51% in Minneapolis |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $52,570 | +42% in Minneapolis |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $81,890 | +40% in Minneapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $67,575 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 8% more in Minneapolis.
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