Henderson

KY

Henderson County, Kentucky

Population 44K |Median income $58,851 |1 hospital

Population
44,280
Henderson County
Median Income
$58,851
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$171,900
-25% vs avg
Median Age
40.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
44K-4%
Median Income
$58,851+40%
Median Home Value
$171,900+73%
Poverty Rate
14.6%-18%
Unemployment
2.5%-75%

Economics

Median Rent
$777/mo
Poverty Rate
14.6% +3% vs avg
Unemployment 2.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.1%
Work From Home 5.2%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 85.5%
African American 8.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
DEACONESS HENDERSON HOSPITAL
HENDERSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Henderson Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Henderson, KY? ▼
Henderson, KY has a population of 44,280 people, located in Henderson County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Henderson? ▼
The median household income in Henderson, KY is $58,851 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
What is the median home value in Henderson? ▼
The median home value in Henderson, KY is $171,900. Median rent is $777/month.
What are the top health concerns in Henderson? ▼
The top health indicators in Henderson include Short Sleep Duration (41%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Henderson? ▼
Henderson has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Henderson? ▼
The median age in Henderson, KY is 40.9 years. 20.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Henderson, KY is located in Henderson County, Kentucky. With a population of 44K and a median household income of $58,851, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Henderson area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Henderson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.