Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
18% cheaper
Detroit is 18% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $61,806 in Detroit.
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. Detroit has a housing index of 60 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Detroit costs $65,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $355,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Detroit versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Detroit scores 98 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Detroit (99) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Detroit is $34,762 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Detroit.
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