Henderson

Henderson, Nevada Overview

Henderson ranks #2 of 20 cities in Nevada, earning a B grade with a composite score of 54.7/100. The city stands out in Safety (73/100) and Growth (67/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Henderson

The median household income in Henderson is $82,476, 17% above the statewide median of $70,448. The local unemployment rate of 5.7% is higher than the state’s 5.5%. Population grew 3.2% recently.

Safety in Henderson

At 294 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Henderson sits meaningfully below the Nevada average of 431 — a 47% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2064.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Henderson

Henderson has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $465,000. Median monthly rent is $1,750. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Henderson

The adult obesity rate in Henderson is 28.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.9%. Residents report an average of 17.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Nevada ranks #38 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Henderson

Henderson has a high school graduation rate of 83.1%. With a student-teacher ratio of 22.9:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $10,554. The city has 56 public schools serving 53,475 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Henderson

Henderson enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 64.1°F. Summers average 80.4°F. Winters average 48.9°F. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches.

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