North Carolina
Henderson is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 14,922. Residents earn $38,780 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Henderson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Henderson is $38,780, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Henderson is $116,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,494 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,353 per 100,000, 377% above the national average.
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Henderson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 90.5% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.5% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,780 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,005 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $909 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,725 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 958 |
| County GDP | $1,689M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 118 |
| Retail | 171 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.43% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
| Census Median | $116,800 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $176,686 |
| Median List Price | $164,900 |
| Median List Price | $164,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $101 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.6% |
| Price Drops | 21.7% |
| Inventory | 69 |
| Census Median Rent | $835 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,081 |
| Studio | $1,227 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,429 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,567 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,905 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,629 |
| Owner-Occupied | 39.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.43% |
| Obesity | 46.1% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.4% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,711/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Total Violent | 1,493.6/100K |
| 293% above US avg | |
| Murder | 26.1/100K |
| 314% above US avg | |
| Rape | 26.1/100K |
| Robbery | 319.6/100K |
| Assault | 1,121.8/100K |
| Total Property | 9,353.0/100K |
| 377% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,269.8/100K |
| Theft | 6,698.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 384.8/100K |
| Arson | 65.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 444 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,731/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3260°N, 78.4149°W |
| County FIPS | 37181 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.2% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.35 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,731/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 171 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |