Henderson, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Rusk County County
Henderson, TX
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 $54,179 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,552. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 874 business establishments, including 72 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Henderson is $166,900 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $208,580. Median rent is $1,011/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Henderson reports 495 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,675/100K.
Education
21.3% of adults in Henderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches.