Henderson, TN

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,349 Population 813/sq mi density
$57,727 Median Income $20,386 per capita
$130,100 Home Value $170,975 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
352 Violent Crime/100K 2,175 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$57,727 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,100 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
352 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,727
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,100
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 352/100K
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,349
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,727
Per Capita$20,386
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$524M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,975

Crime

F
Violent352/100K
Property2,175/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault306/100K
Burglary689/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation454 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Henderson has a population of 6,349 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 22% Black.

Population

6,349
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson is $57,727, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,727
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,386
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$57,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$524M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson is $130,100, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,100
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,975
Median List Price$229,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,000
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio92.8%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$724
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$925
3 Bedrooms$1,178
4 Bedrooms$1,289

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Henderson, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death11,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities27
Henderson has a violent crime rate of 352 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,175 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent352.3/100K
7% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery46.0/100K
Assault306.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,175.3/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary689.3/100K
Theft1,332.7/100K
Vehicle Theft153.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates35.4431°N, 88.6566°W
County FIPS47023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

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