Henderson, NC
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Henderson, NC
At a Glance
How Henderson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Henderson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Henderson residents earn a median household income of $38,780 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,005. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 958 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Henderson is $116,800 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,354. Median rent is $835/month, with 31.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Henderson reports 1,792 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 371% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,814/100K.
Education
16.2% of adults in Henderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches.