Henderson
City in Clark County, Nevada
Henderson is a city in Clark County, Nevada, with 317,610 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,765 ft (538 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Whitney, 6.6 miles N.
- 317,610residents (2020 Census)
- 1,765 ftelevation · 538 m
- 121.1 sq miland area · 313.7 km²
- 2,622 / sq mipopulation density
- 89012main ZIP code (10 in total)
About Henderson
Henderson is a city in Clark County, Nevada, United States, about 16 miles (26 km) southeast of Las Vegas. It is the 2nd most populous city in Nevada, after Las Vegas, with 317,610 residents as of the 2020 census. The city is part of the Las Vegas Valley metropolitan area.
Henderson has an extensive system of outdoor recreation facilities, including over 220 miles (350 km) of trails and 72 parks.
Incorporated in 1953, Henderson was originally known for its role in magnesium production during World War II. Since then, it has grown rapidly through the development of master planned communities starting with the large Green Valley neighborhood, redevelopment and reinvestment after the PEPCON disaster, and the city government's historically proactive planning and management.
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Living in Henderson
- Median household income
- $90,138
- Median home value
- $484,900
- Median rent
- $1,824/mo
- Median age
- 42.8
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Henderson had 317,610 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 317,610 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,622 per sq mi (1,012 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Henderson at a glance
| State | Nevada (NV) |
|---|---|
| County | Clark County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 317,610 (2020) |
| Land area | 121.12 sq mi (313.7 km²) |
| Water area | 0.49 sq mi (1.27 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,765 ft (538 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.0056° N, 115.0228° W |
| ZIP codes | 89012, 89002, 89011, 89014, 89015, 89044, 89052, 89074, 89120, 89122 |
| Official website | cityofhenderson.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3231900 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Henderson
- Whitney6.6 mi N
- Paradise8.5 mi NW
- Winchester11.1 mi NW
- Enterprise11.5 mi W
- Sunrise Manor12.0 mi N
- Boulder City12.1 mi SE
- Spring Valley14.8 mi NW
- Nellis AFB16.8 mi N
- Summerlin South19.1 mi NW
- North Las Vegas20.0 mi N
- Las Vegas20.7 mi NW
- Blue Diamond21.9 mi W
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Frequently asked questions about Henderson
What county is Henderson in?
Henderson is in Clark County, Nevada.
What is the population of Henderson, NV?
317,610 people lived in Henderson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Henderson, NV?
The main ZIP code is 89012. Other ZIP codes: 89002, 89011, 89014, 89015, 89044, 89052, 89074, 89120, 89122.
What is the elevation of Henderson?
1,765 feet (538 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Henderson?
Whitney (6.6 mi), Paradise (8.5 mi), Winchester (11.1 mi), Enterprise (11.5 mi), Sunrise Manor (12.0 mi).
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