Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
33% cheaper
Henderson is 33% more affordable than Boston. A $75,000 salary in Boston is equivalent to $50,000 in Henderson.
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. Boston has a housing index of 242 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Boston costs $620,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $200,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,800 in Boston versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Boston scores 108 while Henderson scores 102.
Healthcare costs in Boston (118) are higher than Henderson (96).
Median household income in Boston is $76,298 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Henderson.
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