Henderson, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Henderson is a small town in Maryland with a population of 148. Residents earn $95,673 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 1,138/sq mi density
$95,673 Median Income $25,124 per capita
$76,900 Home Value $375,611 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$95,673 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,900 home value, $1,063/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,673
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $76,900
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,138/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$95,673
Per Capita$25,124
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,900
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,611
Housing Units58
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured26.2%
Smoking18.3%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation58 ft (18 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+22.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries5

Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. 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 $95,673, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henderson is $76,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Henderson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Henderson has a population of 148 with a density of 1,138 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.6%), with 6.1% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

148
Total Population
1,138
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.2%
48% below US avg
Spanish58.8%
339% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson is $95,673, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,673
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,124
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson is $76,900, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,611.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,900
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$375,611

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.2%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Henderson, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 35.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD7.4%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity35.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.4%
Uninsured26.2%
205% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits42.3%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation58 ft (18 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,138/sq mi
Coordinates39.0749°N, 75.7661°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+22.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,138/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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