Henderson, NE

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):

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

Comparative Profile of Henderson, NE

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Housing Recently Built
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes

Henderson Almanac

Henderson Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Henderson Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Henderson Hospitals

HENDERSON HEALTH CARE SERVICES
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
1621 FRONT ST
(402) 723-4512
Emergency Service: Yes

Henderson High Schools (2004)

HEARTLAND COMMUNITY HIGH SCH
402-723-4434
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 127 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 8.1

Henderson Colleges

(List of All Nebraska Colleges)

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