Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 281 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,565 (35.2%) |
| Some College | 4,239 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 3,433 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,662 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,179 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,661 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $164,800 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $792/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,316 |
| Vacant Units | 1,284 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Henderson is a city in Kentucky, located in Henderson County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 38,434 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40 years.
Economically, Henderson is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $56,661 is below the national average. Approximately 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, below the national average.
The real estate market in Henderson is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $164,800, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $792 per month. Homeownership is high at 61.0%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Henderson is moderately educated. 32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is primarily White (83.4%).
Henderson, KY offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Kentucky. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42420 | 38,434 | $56,661 | $164,800 | $792 | 3.0% | 32.2% | 61.0% |