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HENDERSON PROFILE


Henderson, 5 miles southeast of Las Vegas, is the fastest-growing large city in the United States.

Henderson, Nevada
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Known for its master planned residential communities, progressive business development and outstanding recreational opportunities, Henderson was recently named one of the top 20 cities in America by Money magazine. Cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities abound with the outdoor Amphitheater at Liberty Pointe and the nearby Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

Henderson's population has more than tripled since 1990. Among the GreatPlacesToRetire.com group of cities, Henderson ranks high in natural hazard risk, crime and medical care. Henderson ranks low in population growth, climate, air quality and taxes.

For more detailed information -- including data on home prices, population demographics, air quality, water quality and more -- click on the City Report graphic below:


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