salaryMontgomery is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$185
👥 People living there
222,791
197,494
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.7 min
College degree
47.2%
33.8%
Own their home
58.3%
54.4%
Below poverty line
12.6%
21.5%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $48,490 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $107,980 | -21% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $49,910 | -15% in Montgomery |
| Software Developer | $128,080 | $110,620 | -14% in Montgomery |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $107,350 | $94,540 | -12% in Montgomery |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,120 | $29,650 | -10% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $105,760 | $97,470 | -8% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,860 | $55,410 | -7% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,364 in Huntsville.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $57,815 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $61,271 in Montgomery, 32% more in Huntsville.