Henderson, NV
HENDERSON, NEVADA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.2.20)
AGE IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 15,463 | 5.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 18,505 | 6.0% |
| 30 to 34 years | 18,210 | 5.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20,652 | 6.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 21,204 | 6.8% |
| 45 to 49 years | 22,025 | 7.1% |
| 50 to 54 years | 20,800 | 6.7% |
| 55 to 59 years | 20,453 | 6.6% |
| 60 to 64 years | 19,907 | 6.4% |
| 65 to 69 years | 20,498 | 6.6% |
| 70 to 74 years | 15,056 | 4.9% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10,366 | 3.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 6,455 | 2.1% |
| 85+ years | 6,318 | 2.0% |
The median age in Henderson is 41.7 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 228,182 | 73.5% |
| Black or African American | 18,097 | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,765 | 0.6% |
| Asian | 26,810 | 8.6% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 2,334 | 0.8% |
| Other | 15,304 | 4.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 3,435 | 1.4% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 9,506 | 4.0% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 58,388 | 24.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 59,166 | 24.8% |
| Associate’s degree | 24,049 | 10.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 54,227 | 22.7% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 29,926 | 12.5% |
| High school graduate or higher | 225,756 | 94.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 84,153 | 35.3% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 154,544 | 64.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.6% |
Median household income: $69,940
Mean household income: $93,056
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $31,693 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $34,955 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $40,958 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $53,746 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $71,610 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 268,317 | NA |
| Never married | 76,225 | 28.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 135,217 | 50.4% |
| Separated | 2,108 | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 15,700 | 5.9% |
| Divorced | 39,067 | 14.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 24,555 | 8.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 71,442 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 42,459 |
| Single-family detached units | 89,298 |
| Homeownership rate | 62.7% |
| Vacancy rate | 10.7% |
| Renters rate | 37.3% |
| Average housing value | $335,733 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $1,307 |
| Average rent | $1,121 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Average income | $93,056 |
| Average household size | 2.54 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 61.8% |
| Percent disabled | 11.9% |
| Percent with health coverage | 92.8% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 22.9 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.2% |
| Percent veterans | 10.5% |
| Percent foreign born | 12.8% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.6% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $82,283.29 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $639.92 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $382.09 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $109.53 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $57.70 |
| Apparel & services | $2,363.43 |
| Men’s apparel | $451.92 |
| Women’s apparel | $792.27 |
| Children’s apparel | $363.43 |
| Boys’ apparel | $123.27 |
| Girls’ apparel | $136.84 |
| Footwear | $524.42 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $4,085.98 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $413.34 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,282.20 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,898.40 |
| Education | $1,655.24 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,586.65 |
| Club membership fees | $261.84 |
| Dating services | $0.77 |
| Pet food | $285.11 |
| Pet services | $76.86 |
| Food consumed at home | $5,668.96 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $744.12 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $582.74 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,115.52 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,244.60 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $549.05 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,981.98 |
| Health care | $6,593.25 |
| Medical services | $1,241.95 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $162.12 |
| Household Services | $2,302.00 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $82.44 |
| Lawn and garden services | $514.72 |
| Housekeeping services | $208.41 |
| PC repair | $7.56 |
| Housing | $25,522.83 |
| Home improvements | $3,058.61 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $5,314.23 |
| Phone services | $1,921.04 |
| Water | $820.97 |
| Life and other insurance | $499.88 |
| Pensions and social security | $9,028.65 |
| Personal care products and services | $1,014.42 |
| Hair care products | $119.14 |
| Personal care products | $449.02 |
| Local transportation | $9,377.30 |
| Gasoline | $2,429.41 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,293.73 |
| Travel | $2,497.66 |
| Airline fares | $606.80 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $29.57 |
| Lodging on trips | $684.24 |
| Food and drink on trips | $602.20 |
| Entertainment on trips | $211.96 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN CLARK COUNTY (home to HENDERSON, NEVADA)
| % with any debt in collections | 39% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,958 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 21% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $665 |
| % with student loan debt | 14% |
| Average student loan debt | $15,208 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $154 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 6,877 | 4.3% |
| February 2019 | 6,354 | 3.9% |
| March 2019 | 6,119 | 3.8% |
| April 2019 | 6,036 | 3.7% |
| May 2019 | 5,995 | 3.7% |
| June 2019 | 6,521 | 4.0% |
| July 2019 | 6,464 | 3.9% |
| August 2019 | 6,066 | 3.7% |
| September 2019 | 6,033 | 3.7% |
| October 2019 | 5,728 | 3.5% |
| November 2019 | 5,363 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 5,221 | 3.2% |
| January 2020 | 5,886 | 3.6% |
| February 2020 | 5,961 | 3.6% |
| March 2020 | 10,754 | 6.5% |
| April 2020 | 42,282 | 29.5% |
| May 2020 | 33,066 | 23.9% |
| June 2020 | 22,555 | 14.6% |
| July 2020 | 21,406 | 13.8% |
| August 2020 | 20,017 | 12.9% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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