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Henderson Point, MS

Mississippi · Hancock County · Gulfport-Biloxi Metro

Henderson Point is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 186. Residents earn $62,610 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
186 Population 174/sq mi density
$62,610 Median Income $38,783 per capita
$322,000 Home Value $295,634 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
133 Violent Crime/100K 3,117 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$62,610 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$322,000 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
133 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,610
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $322,000
14% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 133/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.8%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female20% / 80%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,610
Per Capita$38,783
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,271M

Housing

B+
Home Value$322,000
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$295,634
Housing Units199
Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

F
Violent133/100K
Property3,117/100K

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking13.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.30

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Henderson Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henderson Point receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Henderson Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henderson Point is $62,610, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henderson Point is $322,000, 14% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Henderson Point is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,117 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Henderson Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Henderson Point has a population of 186 with a density of 174 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 80.1% female and 19.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 7.0% of the population are veterans. 34.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 67.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

186
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 19.9%
Female 80.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson Point is $62,610, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,783. The average weekly wage is $1,196, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,042 business establishments, including 118 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Henderson Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,610
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,783
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$67,214
Gini Index0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$2,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare70
Retail144
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,691
5% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson Point is $322,000, 14% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,634. Homes sell for 89.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 199 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2006. The average annual property tax is $3,691. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,000
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,634
Median List Price$617,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$617,000
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.7%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built2006

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,691
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Henderson Point, 32.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 34.4% have high blood pressure. 13.5% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 27.4% are physically inactive. 22.8% report depression. 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,303. The dentist ratio is 1:3,841. 54.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.3%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,303
Dentists1:3,841
Mental Health1:2,098
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits13.4%
Premature Death11,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities70
Henderson Point has a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,117 per 100,000, 59% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Henderson Point receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Henderson Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent133.1/100K
65% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,117.3/100K
59% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Henderson Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 8 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates30.3140°N, 89.2862°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHancock County County
Nearest AirportGulfport-Biloxi International (GPT)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.0"
71% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.54"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0477 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability74.7 / 100
Community Resilience73.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 10, 2012.

Feb 18, 2011 22 km SSE of Dauphin Island, Alabama M3.5 126 km
Oct 18, 1997 69 km SSW of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.9 115 km
Nov 10, 2012 16 km S of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.6 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 175 km
2021 Ida Category 4 135 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 60 km
2020 Sally Category 2 141 km
2019 Barry Category 1 276 km
2017 Nate Category 1 29 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 152 km
2009 Ida Category 1 210 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 184 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 30 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 198 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 147 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 134 km
2002 Lili Category 3 292 km
1998 Georges Category 2 38 km
1998 Earl Category 2 224 km
1997 Danny Category 1 74 km
1995 Opal Category 4 194 km
1995 Erin Category 2 174 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

528 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 15 fatalities, 462 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 22, 2022 EF3 88 km 1
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 77 km 0
Jan 21, 2017 EF3 99 km 4
Dec 25, 2012 EF3 53 km 0
May 26, 2011 EF3 80 km 0
May 19, 1980 EF3 13 km 0
May 19, 1980 EF3 18 km 0
May 19, 1980 EF3 89 km 0
May 16, 1980 EF3 15 km 0
Apr 13, 1980 EF3 19 km 0
Mar 27, 1976 EF3 94 km 0
Nov 3, 1968 EF3 21 km 0
Oct 30, 1967 EF3 21 km 4
Apr 18, 1966 EF3 39 km 0
Apr 10, 2024 EF2 51 km 0
Jun 19, 2023 EF2 70 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 94 km 0
Mar 30, 2022 EF2 97 km 0
Mar 30, 2022 EF2 67 km 0
Nov 1, 2018 EF2 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WHITE DOG (12,306 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 WHITE DOG 12,306 91 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,363 83 km
2013 UNNAMED 10,170 86 km
2014 UNNAMED 9,932 91 km
2010 DESOTO 0902 8,713 87 km
2013 UNNAMED 7,660 55 km
2010 DESOTO 1057 7,148 57 km
2015 UNNAMED 7,059 86 km
2014 UNNAMED 6,802 87 km
1993 UNNAMED 6,744 96 km
2005 UNNAMED 6,712 97 km
2000 COW PEN 6,502 91 km
2010 CRIPPLE CHINOOK 6,035 91 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,819 97 km
2018 UNNAMED 5,803 88 km
2010 DESOTO 1064 5,695 53 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,657 95 km
1987 MACHINE GUN 5,601 90 km
1990 PIERCES CREEK 5,544 90 km
2020 369 D 5,362 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 6.0 in
April 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in

Henderson Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 51°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.1").

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Henderson Point is located in Hancock County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 32.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.8% of the vote, a 58.7-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 70 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.8%
3% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.30
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyHancock County County

Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Avg Download Speed53.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed23.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants118
Retail Stores144

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Henderson Point. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $218 ($131–$348)
Specialist Visit $305 ($174–$479)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$305)
Emergency Room Visit $1,914 ($696–$4,350)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $218 ($131–$348)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($44–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($131–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $522 ($348–$870)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$305)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$131)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($44–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($131–$696)
HVAC System Install $6,090 ($3,480–$10,440)
Roof Repair $870 ($348–$1,740)
Roof Replacement $7,830 ($4,785–$13,050)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,305 ($435–$3,045)
Divorce (Contested) $13,050 ($4,350–$26,100)
DUI Defense $4,350 ($1,740–$8,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,305 ($696–$2,610)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$870)
Trust Preparation $2,175 ($870–$4,350)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $131 ($65–$218)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$113)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.57 ($2.61–$4.79)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.05 ($2.18–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.31 ($2.18–$4.79)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.92 ($2.61–$5.66)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.79 ($3.48–$6.53)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.57)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$218)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$131)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($44–$131)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,740 ($1,044–$3,045)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.96–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$218)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,044 ($522–$2,175)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $870 ($435–$1,740)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$609)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $870 ($348–$2,175)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,875 ($4,350–$26,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($44–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($131–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$646
Toddler$602
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hancock County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 2,517 134 $26,575 1.92
Retail Trade 1,605 151 $28,736 1.12
Professional & Technical Services 1,230 154 $79,255 1.23
Manufacturing 1,003 31 $90,063 0.85
Administrative & Waste Services 806 48 $63,915 0.95
Construction 735 99 $64,456 0.97
Transportation & Warehousing 265 38 $72,019 0.43
Finance & Insurance 262 66 $69,144 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 232 14 $25,966 0.96
Other Services 210 70 $38,895 0.48
Utilities 184 5 $97,130 3.36
Real Estate 71 43 $44,824 0.32
Information & Technology 63 14 $65,944 0.23
Wholesale Trade 53 22 $63,070 0.09
Management of Companies 32 6 $82,683 0.13

Campgrounds Near Henderson Point

3 campgrounds found near Henderson Point.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Big Biloxi Recreation Area 4.5/5 25 $14–$40
Davis Bayou Campground 4.5/5 50 $20–$100
Davis Bayou Group Campground — — Free

National Parks Near Henderson Point

10 national parks and monuments found near Henderson Point.

ParkTypeFee
Bayou Segnette State Park State Park Free
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Buccaneer State Park State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I State Park Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve National Historical Park and Preserve Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Paul B. Johnson State Park State Park Free
Saint Bernrd State Park District 1 State Park Free
Shepard State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Henderson Point

9 trails found near Henderson Point.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BETHEL MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 29.4 — — —
BETHEL OHV TRAIL - NORTH LOOP 19.7 — — —
BETHEL MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAIL 19.3 — — —
BETHEL OHV TRAIL - SOUTH LOOP 18.7 — — —
BIG FOOT HORSE - RED LOOP 11.6 — — —
TUXACHANIE HIKING TRAIL 8.8 — — —
BIG FOOT HORSE - YELLOW LOOP 5.3 — — —
BIG FOOT HORSE - BLUE LOOP 4.2 — — —
BIG FOOT HORSE - GREEN LOOP 2.9 — — —

Museums in Henderson Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LYNN MEADOWS DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM2288976039$996,378
PASS CHRISTIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION201 E SCENIC DRIVE2284520063$89,234
ALICE MOSELEY FOLK ART AND ANTIQUE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2284679223
BUSTED WRENCH GARAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GULFPORT CENTENNIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1419 27TH AVE2288685849
HANCOCK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION108 CUE ST2284674090
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF GULFPORTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUNDRED MEMBERS DEBATING BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2283425770
INFINITY SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1 DISCOVERY CIRCLE2285339025
LONG BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PASS CHRISTIAN LIGHTHOUSE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Henderson Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HARRISON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM12135 OLD HIGHWAY 490.0525,085
HANCOCK COUNTY LIBRARY312 HIGHWAY 900.0238,400
LONG BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY209 JEFF DAVIS AVENUE0.058,721

Farmers Markets in Henderson Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
City of Gulfport Farmers Market2625 Jones Park Drive
Gulfport Harbor Farmers Market1070 23rd Ave.04/01/2015 to 10/31/2015Wed: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM;Yes
Long Beach Farmers Market125 Jeff Davis Avenue01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
The Pass Market103 Fleitas Ave.01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Breweries in Henderson Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lazy Magnolia Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink7030 Roscoe Turner Rd2284672727

Cell Towers in Henderson Point

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Delisle Site 6400 Vidalia Pass (002960 / Delisle)TOWER119
Kiln Site Hwy 43 (Kiln - 2009, 196575571)TOWER55
(Gulfport VA Relo) 1137 34th StreetLTOWER31

Bridges in Henderson Point

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20002,2295,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20002,2645,500G
SlabConcrete1991573,000F
Channel BeamConcrete1991511,500F
Channel BeamConcrete200957800G
Channel BeamConcrete1998186500F

Superfund Sites Near Henderson Point

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEMOURS DELISLE PLANT7685 KILN-DELISLE ROADHARRISON

Airports Near Henderson Point

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gulfport Biloxi International AirportGPTMedium Airport
Keesler Air Force BaseBIXMedium Airport
Lakefront AirportNEWMedium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender FieldNBGMedium Airport
Addison-Henley Field—Small Airport
Cedar Creek Air Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Colle Field—Small Airport
Dean Griffin Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Diamondhead Airport—Small Airport
Fisher's Field—Small Airport
Fokker Field—Small Airport
George Ford Airport—Small Airport
George R Carr Memorial Air FieldBXASmall Airport
Greener Pastures Airpark—Small Airport
Hooper Skylark Field—Small Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Mint Julep Airpark—Small Airport
Ocean Springs Airport—Small Airport
Oreck Airport—Small Airport
Picayune Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Poplarville Pearl River County AirportPCUSmall Airport
Price Ultralightport—Small Airport
Shade Tree Field—Small Airport
Simpson Field—Small Airport
Sky Landings Airport—Small Airport
Slidell Airport—Small Airport
Smith Farms Airport—Small Airport
Southern Seaplane AirportBCSSmall Airport
St. Tammany Regional Airport—Small Airport
Stennis International Airport—Small Airport
Turkey Bayou Airpark—Small Airport

Police Stations in Henderson Point

24 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bay Saint Louis City Police Department
Bay Saint Louis City Police Department
Bay St. Louis Police Department
Diamondhead Sheriff's Substation
Gulfport Police Communications
Gulfport Police Department
Gulfport Police Department
Gulfport Police Department District Supervisor
Gulfport Police Department Narcotics Division
Gulfport Police North Substation
Gulfport Police Training
Gulfport Police Vehicle Maintenance
Hancock County Sheriff's Department
Hancock County Sheriff's Department
Hancock County Sheriff's Department
Hancock County Sheriff's Department Jail
Harrison County Sheriff's Department
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
Long Beach City Police Department
Long Beach Police Department
Long Beach Police Department202 Alexander Road
Mississippi Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol District 8 Office
Pass Christian Police Department
Waveland Police Department

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Frequently Asked Questions About Henderson Point

What is the population of Henderson Point?

Henderson Point has a population of 186 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 80.1% female and 19.9% male.

Is Henderson Point expensive to live in?

Henderson Point is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $62,610, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $322,000 (14% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Henderson Point safe?

Henderson Point is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,117 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Henderson Point receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Henderson Point?

Henderson Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Henderson Point?

The job market in Henderson Point is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,196. There are 1,042 business establishments in the area, including 118 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Henderson Point?

The median home value in Henderson Point is $322,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,634. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,691.

How are the schools in Henderson Point?

Schools in Henderson Point score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.8% of adults in Henderson Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Henderson Point?

The obesity rate in Henderson Point is 32.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.5% of adults are smokers. 27.4% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 54.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,303.

What are the demographics of Henderson Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Henderson Point is 100% White. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 34.6% of residents have a disability. 67.3% have health insurance coverage.

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