salaryHenderson is 3% 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
$1,983
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$151
👥 People living there
2,711,226
332,141
Commute to work
33.1 min
24.3 min
College degree
44.3%
37.4%
Own their home
46%
66.1%
Below poverty line
16.8%
9%
Unemployment
8%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $103,380 | $59,700 | -42% in Henderson |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $70,890 | -31% in Henderson |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $59,280 | -28% in Henderson |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $77,750 | -28% in Henderson |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $60,240 | -23% in Henderson |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $62,380 | -22% in Henderson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $65,040 | -17% in Henderson |
| Cashier | $35,010 | $29,360 | -16% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Henderson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,044 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $58,042 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Henderson?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $97,214 in Henderson, 14% more in Henderson.