Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Henderson is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 933. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
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, a low poverty rate. Henderson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Henderson is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Henderson is $207,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Henderson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,750 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,053 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,276 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 790 |
| County GDP | $1,243M |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,786 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
| Commute Time | 33.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
| Census Median | $207,800 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $353,364 |
| Census Median Rent | $926 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.3% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,786 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,478/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.3 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5243°N, 93.9135°W |
| County FIPS | 27079 |
Winner: Republican by 33.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.8% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Retail Stores | 78 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 33.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |