Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
27% cheaper
Henderson is 27% more affordable than Boulder. A $75,000 salary in Boulder is equivalent to $54,730 in Henderson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Colorado salaries · Nevada salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Boulder has a housing index of 230 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Boulder costs $750,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $330,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,300 in Boulder versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Boulder scores 107 while Henderson scores 102.
Healthcare costs in Boulder (104) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Boulder is $73,123 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Henderson.
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