salaryChattanooga is 10% 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
$1,537
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$151
👥 People living there
185,783
332,141
Commute to work
18.5 min
24.3 min
College degree
36%
37.4%
Own their home
52.4%
66.1%
Below poverty line
19.1%
9%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga 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 | Chattanooga | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $77,750 | +51% in Henderson |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $109,210 | +31% in Henderson |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $103,940 | +30% in Henderson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,580 | $75,920 | +30% in Henderson |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $59,280 | +29% in Henderson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $144,060 | +24% in Henderson |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $62,380 | +23% in Henderson |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $129,940 | +22% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $65,741 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Henderson?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $97,214 in Henderson, 28% more in Henderson.