Huntsville is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$182
👥 People living there
222,791
243,821
Commute to work
19.7 min
21.6 min
College degree
47.2%
61.9%
Own their home
58.3%
67%
Below poverty line
12.6%
7.3%
Unemployment
4.1%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $47,530 | +70% in Scottsdale |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $102,520 | +64% in Scottsdale |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $85,050 | +32% in Scottsdale |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $136,270 | +31% in Scottsdale |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $100,830 | +31% in Scottsdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,860 | $78,080 | +30% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $61,780 | +29% in Scottsdale |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $45,290 | +29% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $2,287 in Scottsdale.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $66,604 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 33% more in Scottsdale.