Median Age
44 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
22%
Henderson, NV
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,461
Population
347,038
Renter Mix
36% Rent
Locals don’t take the Loop in Henderson lightly (but they love the views)
Casino
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Desert
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Nightlife
Located in the Las Vegas Valley, Henderson sits 16 miles southeast of Las Vegas, offering a comfortable suburban setting with easy access to city amenities. The city spans 108 square miles and features more than 220 miles of trails and 72 parks, providing abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. Established neighborhoods include Green Valley Ranch, MacDonald Highlands, and Seven Hills. The rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,507, with studio apartments at $1,568 and four-bedroom homes at $2,260.
Originally established as a magnesium production site during World War II, Henderson has evolved into a well-developed city with distinctive attractions. The District at Green Valley Ranch offers shopping and dining options, while Lake Las Vegas provides waterfront recreation. The Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Gardens showcases desert landscaping alongside a working chocolate factory. The city serves as home to Nevada State College and the headquarters for both the Las Vegas Raiders and Las Vegas Aces professional sports teams.
Explore the City
Henderson residents can disconnect at Cornerstone Park.
Lake Mead and the Colorado River are only a few miles from Henderson.
Sam's Town is one of the oldest casinos still standing on Boulder Highway right by Henderson.
The Whitney Mesa BMX track sees seasonal activity in Henderson.
Henderson Hot Rod Days is one of many events held in Water Street.
At the edge of Henderson sits Sloan Canyon, offering many trails for hikers.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$83,154
Average: $109,998
Education
118,721
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
167,347
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Henderson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Henderson, NV is $1,528 for a studio, $1,463 for one bedroom, $1,701 for two bedrooms, and $2,000 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Henderson has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,463/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$3,060/month
2,047 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,741/month
1,049 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,248/month
1,545 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Henderson, NV is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Gordon Mccaw Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
730 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
626 Students
Frank S Lamping Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
624 Students
Sue H Morrow Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
416 Students
James Gibson Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
409 Students
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas Sandy Ridge
Public
Grades 6-12
872 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,501 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,522 Students
Jack & Terry Mannion Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,463 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,684 Students
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas Sandy Ridge
Public
Grades 6-12
872 Students
College Of So. Nv High School South
Public
Grades 9-12
157 Students
Nevada State High School Downtown Henderson
Public
Grades 9-12
100 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
182 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,147 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area
- Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
- Wetlands Park Nature Preserve
- UNLV Arboretum
- Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay
Military Bases
Airports
- Harry Reid International
- Boulder City Municipal
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.