Henderson, TX vs Madisonville, TX

Madisonville is moderately more affordable than Henderson, with a 13.6% lower cost of living index. Henderson scores 75 compared to 66 for Madisonville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Henderson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Henderson is $1,011/month compared to $801/month in Madisonville — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Madisonville is more affordable at $109,500 median vs $166,900.

Median household income in Henderson is $54,179 compared to $55,634 in Madisonville (-2.6%). Madisonville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Henderson spend roughly 22.4% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Madisonville.

Climate-wise, Madisonville is notably warmer with an average of 68.7°F compared to 65.3°F in Henderson. Henderson receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 43.7" in Madisonville.