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Henderson, NE


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Henderson, Nebraska

Henderson, Nebraska, in York county, is 60 miles W of Lincoln, Nebraska (center to center) and 103 miles W of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 986.

The People and Families of Henderson

In Henderson, about 69% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Henderson, at least compared to other cities of its size.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Henderson boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Henderson had a median family income of $43,333. Henderson has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in the city.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Henderson favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $225. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Henderson Housing

Henderson has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 82% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Nebraska, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Henderson, 84% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Henderson can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Henderson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Nebraska):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHenderson Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyHenderson Short Commute Times
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 14%Henderson Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 17%Henderson People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Henderson, NE

Comparing Henderson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Nebraska (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Men76
Well-Paid Single Women66
Male Share of the Population22
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married910
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty99
People in Middle Class or Better89
College Educated Adults77
Median Family Income67

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times108
Working at Home65
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents86
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
People Living Alone64
Housing Recently Built69
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals54
Affordability of Property Taxes32
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