Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
15% cheaper
Huntsville is 15% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $63,785 in Huntsville.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Huntsville has a housing index of 79 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Huntsville costs $260,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $30,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Huntsville versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Huntsville scores 96 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Huntsville (93) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Huntsville is $56,098 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Huntsville.
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