Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
14% cheaper
Columbus is 14% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $64,583 in Columbus.
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. Columbus has a housing index of 82 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Columbus costs $240,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $180,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Columbus versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Columbus scores 99 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Columbus (96) match Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Columbus is $56,590 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Columbus.
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