Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Henderson is 6% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $70,435 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. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $40,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Eugene scores 103 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Henderson.
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