Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Greenville is 12% more affordable than Henderson. A $75,000 salary in Henderson is equivalent to $65,972 in Greenville.
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. Greenville has a housing index of 85 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Greenville costs $250,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $170,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Greenville versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Greenville scores 98 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Greenville (103) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Greenville is $48,912 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Greenville.
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