Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Grand Rapids is 16% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $63,194 in Grand Rapids.
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. Grand Rapids has a housing index of 78 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Grand Rapids costs $240,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $180,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Grand Rapids versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Grand Rapids scores 96 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Grand Rapids (98) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Grand Rapids is $49,982 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Grand Rapids.
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