salaryHuntsville is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$176
👥 People living there
222,791
290,594
Commute to work
19.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
47.2%
60.5%
Own their home
58.3%
56.9%
Below poverty line
12.6%
6.8%
Unemployment
4.1%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $101,870 | +63% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $92,910 | +44% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $64,900 | +35% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $101,420 | +32% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $75,240 | +27% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $168,510 | +26% in Plano |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $130,980 | +26% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $134,900 | +26% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Plano cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $66,458 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Plano?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $121,065 in Plano, 33% more in Plano.