salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,044
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$157
👥 People living there
332,141
2,328,253
Commute to work
24.3 min
27.2 min
College degree
37.4%
36.6%
Own their home
66.1%
42.1%
Below poverty line
9%
19.9%
Unemployment
6.8%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $119,600 | +23% in Houston |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,670 | -20% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $22,080 | -19% in Houston |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $59,180 | -17% in Houston |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $37,970 | -16% in Houston |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $63,670 | -16% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | $67,370 | -10% in Houston |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,800 | $35,050 | -10% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Houston cheaper to live in?
Henderson and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $59,050 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Houston?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $69,901 in Houston, 39% more in Henderson.