salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$196
👥 People living there
222,791
371,853
Commute to work
19.7 min
22.6 min
College degree
47.2%
42.4%
Own their home
58.3%
51.2%
Below poverty line
12.6%
22.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $93,650 | +50% in New Orleans |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $16,640 | -41% in New Orleans |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $63,500 | +27% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $48,970 | -24% in New Orleans |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $105,110 | -23% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $37,250 | -22% in New Orleans |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $124,800 | +20% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $128,080 | $106,950 | -16% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Huntsville and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $59,694 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $61,077 in New Orleans, 32% more in Huntsville.
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