Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Fort Worth is 12% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $65,972 in Fort Worth.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Texas salaries · Nevada salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Fort Worth has a housing index of 87 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Fort Worth costs $270,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $150,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Fort Worth versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Fort Worth scores 96 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Fort Worth (100) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Fort Worth is $62,187 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Fort Worth.
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