Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Henderson is 8% more affordable than Denver. A $75,000 salary in Denver is equivalent to $68,644 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. Denver has a housing index of 152 while Henderson sits at 118 (national average = 100). The median home in Denver costs $520,000 compared to $420,000 in Henderson, a difference of $100,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,900 in Denver versus $1,500 in Henderson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Denver scores 102 while Henderson scores 102. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Denver (104) are higher than Henderson (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Denver is $72,661 compared to $72,238 in Henderson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Henderson.
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