Huntsville is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$143
👥 People living there
222,791
307,284
Commute to work
19.7 min
21.1 min
College degree
47.2%
43.8%
Own their home
58.3%
52.9%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $112,630 | +81% in St. Paul |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $101,630 | +78% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,230 | $97,910 | +65% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $49,940 | $77,490 | +55% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $74,060 | +51% in St. Paul |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $97,190 | +51% in St. Paul |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $52,570 | +42% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $81,890 | +40% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $67,575 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $79,155 in St. Paul, 2% more in Huntsville.