Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Henderson is 8% more affordable than New Haven. A $75,000 salary in New Haven is equivalent to $68,644 in Henderson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Nevada salaries · Connecticut salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Henderson has a housing index of 118 while New Haven sits at 137 (national average = 100). The median home in Henderson costs $420,000 compared to $250,000 in New Haven, a difference of $170,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Henderson versus $1,400 in New Haven.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Henderson scores 102 while New Haven scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Henderson (96) are lower than New Haven (114).
Median household income in Henderson is $72,238 compared to $42,158 in New Haven. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Henderson.
Amazon affiliate links