salaryHuntsville is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Salt Lake City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,608
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,657
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$80,985
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$539,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,729
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$77
👥 People living there
222,791
208,007
Commute to work
19.7 min
19.5 min
College degree
47.2%
51.5%
Own their home
58.3%
45.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
13.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Salt Lake City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Salt Lake City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $94,330 | +51% in Salt Lake City |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $80,970 | +25% in Salt Lake City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,250 | $77,920 | +25% in Salt Lake City |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $46,080 | +25% in Salt Lake City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $129,350 | +24% in Salt Lake City |
| Operations Manager | $136,340 | $103,710 | -24% in Salt Lake City |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $59,150 | +23% in Salt Lake City |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $59,870 | +22% in Salt Lake City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Salt Lake City cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,608 in Salt Lake City.
What salary do I need in Salt Lake City to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $65,026 a year gives the same standard of living in Salt Lake City.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Salt Lake City?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $80,985 in Salt Lake City, 1% more in Salt Lake City.
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