salaryHuntsville is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Rochester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$155
👥 People living there
222,791
208,772
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.3 min
College degree
47.2%
30%
Own their home
58.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
12.6%
27.8%
Unemployment
4.1%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $89,120 | +86% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $45,310 | +62% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $93,650 | +50% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $92,920 | +44% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $77,310 | +32% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $77,170 | +30% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $73,580 | +29% in Rochester |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $63,570 | +27% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,331 in Rochester.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $62,555 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Rochester?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $50,919 in Rochester, 58% more in Huntsville.