Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Henderson is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,349. Residents earn $57,727 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Henderson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Henderson is $57,727, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Henderson is $130,100, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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.
Violent crime in Henderson is below the national average at 352 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,175 per 100,000, near the national average.
22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Henderson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,727 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,386 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $847 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,082 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 325 |
| County GDP | $524M |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,421 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.86% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $130,100 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,975 |
| Median List Price | $229,000 |
| Median List Price | $229,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $132 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.8% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $724 |
| 1 Bedroom | $742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,178 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,289 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,421 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.86% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,996/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Total Violent | 352.3/100K |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 46.0/100K |
| Assault | 306.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,175.3/100K |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 689.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,332.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 153.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 61.8 inches |
| 63% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 454 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 813/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4431°N, 88.6566°W |
| County FIPS | 47023 |
Winner: Republican by 64.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.3% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.86 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 813/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 50 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |