Henderson, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
27,994 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,176 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$151,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$623 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
2
Henderson Urban Area
2
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
4
Henderson Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 34
Feb 3 2 38
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 4, KY State House District 11, KY
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Schools

The Central Academy
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Henderson County North Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Henderson Community College
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
University of Evansville
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
University of Southern Indiana
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
Rogers Academy of Hair Design
10 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Methodist Hospital
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Mary's Health, Inc
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Deaconess Hospital Inc
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
14 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
85 miles, W • 1 star
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