salaryMontgomery is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,044
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$185
👥 People living there
332,141
197,494
Commute to work
24.3 min
20.7 min
College degree
37.4%
33.8%
Own their home
66.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
9%
21.5%
Unemployment
6.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | $60,120 | -45% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $48,490 | -38% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $49,910 | -30% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | $105,050 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $55,410 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $134,660 | $102,040 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $47,360 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $79,570 | -23% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $53,694 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $61,271 in Montgomery, 59% more in Henderson.