Cost of Living in Henderson, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.5
100 = national avg
+1.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,665
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,572
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.6
Food108.5
Transportation117.0
Healthcare106.8
Utilities101.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$766
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,005
per month
The overall cost of living index in Henderson is 101.5, which is 1.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,665 per year to cover basic expenses.