Welcome To
Henderson
Henderson is a vibrant community with over 333,000 residents as of 2021, making it the second-largest city in Nevada. Known for its blend of small-town values and big-city amenities, Henderson offers a high quality of life through its numerous master-planned communities. The city boasts 69 parks, ensuring that there is a park or trail within one mile of every home, fostering an active and healthy lifestyle. With over 220 miles of bicycle-friendly trails and 13 aquatic facilities spread across seven locations, Henderson encourages outdoor recreation and fitness.
Henderson has received numerous accolades, including recognition as one of America’s Best Places to Live by MONEY and Livability.com, and one of America’s Best Cities by Business Week. It is also noted as one of the safest cities in America by Forbes, InsuranceProviders.com, Law Street Media, and Movoto.com. The city is a Bicycle Friendly Community, as designated by the League of American Bicyclists, and one of the best cities for dogs with 19 dedicated dog parks.
Notably, Henderson is home to the only fire department in the United States with triple accreditation, showcasing its commitment to public safety. This dedication to best practices in public safety contributes to lower crime and insurance rates, making Henderson an ideal place to live and thrive.
We are excited to introduce the Henderson Silver Knights, our very own minor league hockey team, which now plays at the state-of-the-art Dollar Loan Center, affectionately known as the DLC. In addition, the newly established Lifeguard Arena focuses on developing youth hockey teams and provides another excellent facility for ice sports. The DLC will also host NBA draft events, various sporting events, and concerts, adding to our community’s vibrant entertainment options.
Education in Henderson is top-notch, with Coronado High School ranked 20th in the nation and many of the highest-rated Clark County schools located here. Additionally, 12 degree-granting institutions have established campuses in Henderson, further enhancing our educational landscape.
Our favorable tax structure, which includes no state income tax, and our award-winning healthcare facilities, along with accredited parks, police, and fire departments, set Henderson apart. Remarkably, we have maintained the same property tax rate since 1992, which remains the lowest in Nevada.
Henderson is a progressive and dynamic city committed to providing premier amenities and services for all who choose to live, learn, work, and play here—a truly exceptional place to call home.
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Living In
Henderson
Business is thriving in Henderson, with many well-known brands relocating or expanding their operations here, including Google, Amazon, Switch, Haas Automation, Ocean Spray, Levi Strauss, and Ethel M Chocolates.
The NFL Raiders have established their practice facility and corporate headquarters in West Henderson. Additionally, the Vegas Golden Knights hockey team has built two more practice facilities: the Lifeguard Arena in downtown Henderson and The Dollar Loan Center (DLC) in Green Valley Ranch.
Henderson’s appeal lies in its low tax environment and strategic location near five major markets, attracting both small and large businesses to our vibrant city. Our solid economy is characterized by very low unemployment rates, a testament to our excellent working and living conditions, premier amenities, and comprehensive services. As a tech-savvy city, Henderson is rapidly becoming a hub for medical advancement and will soon be home to the largest healthcare building project in the nation at Union Village.
Henderson is consistently recognized as one of America’s safest cities. Our fire department is the only one in the United States with triple accreditation, reflecting our commitment to public safety, which helps lower crime and insurance rates. We have also enhanced community emergency preparedness, solidifying our reputation with the trademark, “Henderson, A Place to Call Home.”
Henderson 2024
Milestones
- Henderson has been ranked No. 3 by SmartAsset for cities that gained the most retirees. In 2022 alone, over 5,000 retirees chose to make Henderson their new home out of nearly 25,000 retirees who moved to Nevada. We are dedicated to making Henderson a welcoming place for everyone, especially our senior community.
- Henderson is now approved as a charter school sponsor by the Nevada Department of Education, reinforcing our commitment to quality education.
- Our City Manager and CEO, Richard Derrick, has been honored as a Top Influencer in Local Government by Engaging Local Government Leaders.
- Henderson is a two-time winner of Business Facilities’ 2024 Economic Development Organization Awards. We were recognized for our efforts in supporting and providing resources to the Small Business Assistance program in partnership with the College of Southern Nevada, and for our innovative new target industry dashboard.
- WalletHub ranked Henderson #16 out of 200 cities for the best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
- Henderson received three awards from the Government Finance Officers Association for Fiscal Year 2022, achieving the distinguished Triple Crown.
- Twenty schools in Henderson have achieved a 5-star rating by the Nevada Department of Education, making up a third of the total list.
- The National Park Service has designated Henderson as an American World War II Heritage City, honoring our city’s historical significance.
