Henderson, Henderson NV — neighborhood review

Henderson, NV

Henderson · Clark County · NV 89052

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$623K

Median Price

49/100

Walk Score

7.6/10

Schools

30 min

to Downtown Las Vegas

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
76/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
49/100
WYLT Score60/100

Our Take

Henderson offers solid schools and a low flood risk, but it’s heavily car‑dependent and pricey. If you’re okay with a lot of driving and higher living costs, it can work, especially for families. If you prefer walkable neighborhoods or tighter budgets, look elsewhere.

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The Good

  • Excellent public schools with high ratings
  • Low flood risk, safe from water damage
  • Stable community with a mix of families and retirees
  • Convenient access to shopping and healthcare
  • Strong home‑ownership rate (62%)

Real Talk

  • !Walk score 0 – you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Home prices 5x median income, so buying can strain budgets
  • !Moderate crime levels in some areas
  • !Higher property taxes and insurance costs than some suburbs
  • !Noise from nearby highways can be a nuisance
  • $Higher property taxes and insurance
  • $Elevated utility bills due to cooling needs
  • $Extra costs for transportation (gas, maintenance)

Best For

Families with good schoolsRetirees looking for safe, low flood risk areasRemote workers who need a quiet environment

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Henderson, NV

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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