Henderson vs Las Vegas: Which Is Right for You?
Henderson and Las Vegas are neighboring communities in Las Vegas. Here is how they compare, from each community's own facts.
What are the facts on Henderson and Las Vegas?
Each community's own facts, side by side.
| Henderson | Las Vegas | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | About 320,000 | – |
| Size | 107 square miles | – |
| Incorporated | 1953 | – |
| Parks | More than 70 | – |
| To the Strip | 15 to 25 minutes | – |
| To the airport | 15 to 20 minutes | – |
| City residents | – | About 642,000 |
| County | – | Clark County |
| State income tax | – | None |
| Sunny days | – | About 310 a year |
| Downtown to the airport | – | 15 minutes |
| Established | – | 1905 |
What is each community like?
- Henderson
Henderson is Nevada's second-largest city, on the southeast side of the Las Vegas Valley.
- Las Vegas
Las Vegas is a desert metro of more than two million people with no state income tax.
How long are the drives from Henderson and Las Vegas?
| Henderson | Las Vegas | |
|---|---|---|
| Center of the Strip | 18 min* | 12 min* |
| Harry Reid International Airport | 15 min* | 15 min* |
| The District at Green Valley Ranch | 5 min* | – |
| Water Street District | 12 min* | – |
| Lee's Family Forum | 8 min* | – |
| Lake Las Vegas | 25 min* | – |
| Downtown Summerlin | – | 20 min* |
| Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center | – | 30 min* |
| Mount Charleston, Kyle Canyon | – | 45 min* |
Typical off-peak drive times, not live traffic. Times marked * are estimates.
Where can I see homes in Henderson and Las Vegas?
Each community guide has its homes for sale, its market, and its neighborhoods.
What do buyers ask about Henderson and Las Vegas?
What is Henderson like?
Henderson is Nevada's second-largest city, on the southeast side of the Las Vegas Valley.
What is Las Vegas like?
Las Vegas is a desert metro of more than two million people with no state income tax.
How do I choose between Henderson and Las Vegas?
Start with budget, commute, and the kind of home you want, then tour homes in both. VIPhomes.Vegas can show you homes in Henderson and Las Vegas in the same trip.
Where can I see homes for sale in Henderson and Las Vegas?
Each community page lists its homes for sale from the MLS, and the search links on this page open every home for sale in each.
Can I get new listings in Henderson or Las Vegas sent to me?
Yes. Save a search on either community page and new listings that match come to you the morning they list.
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