salary$79,220 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Huntsville, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$134,360per year
Jobs in the area3,010people work this job
Can a accountant afford Huntsville?
OK. Rent of $1,364 a month takes 20.7% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Huntsville, AL?
The median pay for a accountant in the Huntsville, AL area is $79,220 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $53,920 and $134,360.
Can a accountant afford to live in Huntsville?
Typical rent of $1,364 a month takes 20.7% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Huntsville, AL metro area.