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Henderson, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Henderson is a small town in Michigan with a population of 330. Residents earn $83,571 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
330 Population 92/sq mi density
$83,571 Median Income $38,418 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $165,250 Zillow
$1,047 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,571 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $1,047/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,571
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,047
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,571
Per Capita$38,418
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$11,010M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,500
Rent$1,047
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,250
Housing Units154
Rent Burden16.1%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.8%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries13

Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Henderson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henderson is $83,571, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henderson is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Henderson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Henderson has a population of 330 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

330
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson is $83,571, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,571
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$61,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,966
County GDP$11,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants417
Healthcare603
Retail754
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,370
53% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,047 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,250.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,047
10% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,370
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Henderson, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,156
Dentists1:1,239
Mental Health1:277
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death10,742/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities603
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall38.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates43.0876°N, 84.1921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.3-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities603
Restaurants417
Retail Stores754

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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