salaryHuntsville is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$146
👥 People living there
222,791
188,065
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
47.2%
50%
Own their home
58.3%
42.3%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,990 | $47,530 | +70% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $102,520 | +64% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $85,050 | +32% in Tempe |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $136,270 | +31% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $100,830 | +31% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,860 | $78,080 | +30% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $61,780 | +29% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $45,290 | +29% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $66,604 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Tempe?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $85,917 in Tempe, 6% more in Tempe.