salaryHuntsville is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Nashville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$144
👥 People living there
222,791
690,130
Commute to work
19.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
47.2%
48%
Own their home
58.3%
52.4%
Below poverty line
12.6%
14.1%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Nashville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $94,030 | +51% in Nashville |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $77,240 | +30% in Nashville |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $44,620 | +21% in Nashville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $60,270 | +21% in Nashville |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $129,050 | +20% in Nashville |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,400 | $45,510 | +19% in Nashville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $122,320 | +18% in Nashville |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $55,770 | +14% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,881 in Nashville.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $62,105 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Nashville?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $83,445 in Nashville, 3% more in Nashville.