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
$1,775
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$151
👥 People living there
963,194
332,141
Commute to work
27.1 min
24.3 min
College degree
32%
37.4%
Own their home
57%
66.1%
Below poverty line
13.1%
9%
Unemployment
4.8%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Worth | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $62,380 | +28% in Henderson |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $70,890 | +20% in Henderson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $75,920 | +18% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,350 | +18% in Henderson |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $77,750 | -16% in Henderson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,760 | -15% in Henderson |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $97,290 | -12% in Henderson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $27,110 | +12% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Worth or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Henderson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,044 a month there versus $1,775 in Fort Worth.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Fort Worth?
About $58,327 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Henderson?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $97,214 in Henderson, 12% more in Henderson.