salaryHenderson is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,044
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$127
👥 People living there
332,141
439,418
Commute to work
24.3 min
29.8 min
College degree
37.4%
48.7%
Own their home
66.1%
42.3%
Below poverty line
9%
13.4%
Unemployment
6.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $113,700 | +92% in Oakland |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $186,610 | +80% in Oakland |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $132,000 | +70% in Oakland |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | $123,250 | +65% in Oakland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $101,860 | +57% in Oakland |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $149,990 | +54% in Oakland |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | $219,080 | +52% in Oakland |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $57,830 | +46% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Henderson is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,044 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $69,219 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Oakland?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $109,576 in Oakland, 11% more in Oakland.