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
$1,789
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$151
👥 People living there
545,970
332,141
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.3 min
College degree
25.5%
37.4%
Own their home
50.1%
66.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
9%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $59,280 | -25% in Henderson |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $77,750 | -23% in Henderson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $27,110 | -21% in Henderson |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $136,250 | -19% in Henderson |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $74,670 | +19% in Henderson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $65,040 | -17% in Henderson |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $103,940 | -17% in Henderson |
| Cashier | $35,270 | $29,360 | -17% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
About $58,859 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Henderson?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $97,214 in Henderson, 21% more in Henderson.