salaryBirmingham 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
$1,291
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$151
👥 People living there
198,173
332,141
Commute to work
20.8 min
24.3 min
College degree
31.1%
37.4%
Own their home
45.5%
66.1%
Below poverty line
24.7%
9%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $109,210 | +77% in Henderson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $144,060 | +34% in Henderson |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $103,940 | +32% in Henderson |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $77,750 | +28% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,470 | $45,350 | +28% in Henderson |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $134,660 | +28% in Henderson |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $70,890 | +25% in Henderson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,040 | $75,920 | +24% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $65,611 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Henderson?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $97,214 in Henderson, 49% more in Henderson.