Henderson, AR

Arkansas

Henderson is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 494. Residents earn $42,948 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
494 Population 67/sq mi density
$42,948 Median Income $29,970 per capita
$196,600 Home Value $222,311 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,948 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$196,600 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,948
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,600
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

How Henderson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population494
Median Age67.8 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,948
Per Capita$29,970
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$2,326M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$196,600
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$222,311

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation752 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+81.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute35 min
Broadband78.8%
Libraries1

Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Henderson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henderson is $42,948, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henderson is $196,600, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Henderson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Henderson has a population of 494 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 67.8 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

494
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
67.8yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson is $42,948, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,948
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,970
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,323
County GDP$2,326M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare189
Retail189
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson is $196,600, 30% below the national average. 100.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,600
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,311

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Henderson, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Henderson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death11,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities189

Crime Rates: Henderson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Henderson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation752 ft (229 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates36.3772°N, 92.2189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 78.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants106
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

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