salaryHuntsville is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$132
👥 People living there
222,791
8,483,844
Commute to work
19.7 min
40.3 min
College degree
47.2%
41.6%
Own their home
58.3%
32.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
17.9%
Unemployment
4.1%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick New York for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $106,420 | +122% in New York |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $109,720 | +76% in New York |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $47,610 | +70% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $100,520 | +70% in New York |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $105,540 | +64% in New York |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $163,340 | +57% in New York |
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $208,880 | +57% in New York |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $167,650 | +56% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or New York cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $72,565 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or New York?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $86,801 in New York, 7% more in New York.