Huntsville is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$134
👥 People living there
222,791
180,547
Commute to work
19.7 min
31.5 min
College degree
47.2%
22.5%
Own their home
58.3%
58%
Below poverty line
12.6%
12.4%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Ontario for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $133,940 | +74% in Ontario |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $105,730 | +70% in Ontario |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $79,160 | +65% in Ontario |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $169,920 | +64% in Ontario |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,250 | $98,520 | +58% in Ontario |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $101,870 | +58% in Ontario |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $165,490 | +54% in Ontario |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $70,880 | +45% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,618 in Ontario.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $68,619 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Ontario?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $95,923 in Ontario, 16% more in Ontario.