Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Charlotte is 7% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $69,444 in Charlotte.
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. Charlotte has a housing index of 99 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Charlotte costs $330,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $90,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Charlotte versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Charlotte scores 101 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Charlotte (105) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Charlotte is $62,308 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Charlotte.
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