salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$151
👥 People living there
979,539
332,141
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.3 min
College degree
59.6%
37.4%
Own their home
43.4%
66.1%
Below poverty line
12%
9%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Henderson for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $62,380 | +24% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,550 | $45,350 | +18% in Henderson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,580 | $75,920 | +18% in Henderson |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $97,290 | -17% in Henderson |
| Electrician | $60,390 | $70,890 | +17% in Henderson |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,360 | -13% in Henderson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,050 | $144,060 | +13% in Henderson |
| Pharmacist | $151,290 | $136,250 | -10% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Austin and Henderson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $61,315 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Henderson?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $97,214 in Henderson, 4% more in Austin.