Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
19% cheaper
Birmingham is 19% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $60,417 in Birmingham.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Birmingham has a housing index of 67 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Birmingham costs $165,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $255,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Birmingham versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Birmingham scores 96 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Birmingham (91) are lower than Henderson (96).
Median household income in Birmingham is $38,178 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Birmingham.
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