salaryHuntsville is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Riverside to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$163
👥 People living there
222,791
319,069
Commute to work
19.7 min
31.3 min
College degree
47.2%
25.7%
Own their home
58.3%
56.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
12.2%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $133,940 | +74% in Riverside |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $105,730 | +70% in Riverside |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $79,160 | +65% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $169,920 | +64% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,250 | $98,520 | +58% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $101,870 | +58% in Riverside |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $165,490 | +54% in Riverside |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $70,880 | +45% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $68,619 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Riverside?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $98,192 in Riverside, 18% more in Riverside.