salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$131
👥 People living there
222,791
488,837
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.6 min
College degree
47.2%
40.1%
Own their home
58.3%
57.4%
Below poverty line
12.6%
13.5%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Omaha for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $94,170 | +51% in Omaha |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $90,620 | -34% in Omaha |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $48,010 | +30% in Omaha |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $133,760 | +29% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $61,040 | +27% in Omaha |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $62,570 | +25% in Omaha |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $134,130 | +25% in Omaha |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $80,280 | +24% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Huntsville and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $59,252 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Omaha?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $78,947 in Omaha, 2% more in Huntsville.