salaryAmarillo is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Henderson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$151
👥 People living there
201,885
332,141
Commute to work
19.6 min
24.3 min
College degree
26.6%
37.4%
Own their home
59.7%
66.1%
Below poverty line
15.8%
9%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $106,110 | +40% in Henderson |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $62,380 | +31% in Henderson |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $70,890 | +30% in Henderson |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $109,210 | +28% in Henderson |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $38,800 | +27% in Henderson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,330 | $75,920 | +24% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,700 | $45,350 | +24% in Henderson |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $59,280 | +22% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $65,486 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Henderson?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $97,214 in Henderson, 27% more in Henderson.