City Information

Named the fastest growing large city in America by the U.S. Census, the City of Henderson is recognized as the gateway community into the Las Vegas region. Separated by mountains and desert from Boulder City and the Lake Mead Recreation Area, it forms the southern edge for the fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States. The City's population of 184,491 (January, 2000) ranks Henderson as the second largest city in the State of Nevada. Henderson overtook Reno in December, 1999 to become the second largest city in Nevada.

Located just 7 miles from the famous Las Vegas Strip and a mile from beautiful Lake Mead, Henderson is known throughout the nation for its premiere master planned residential communities, outstanding parks and recreation facilities, cultural activities and a rapidly growing business community. Henderson has claimed a number of national titles in the past years.

• America's Fastest Growing City (since 1994)
• Ranked for being 'Kids Friendly'
• Ranked as one of the top 50 'Safest Cities to Live' in America
• Ranked 6th Best City in America for Home Based Business
• More Parks and Recreation Facilities Per Capita in Nevada
• One of the Lowest Property Tax Cities in Nevada
• Ranked as the third best place to retire in the United States

The Henderson City Council is represented here by the City Officials from right to left: Andy Hafen, Gerri Schroder, Mayor Jim Gibson, Jack Clark and, Steve Kirk.

Known for having small town values with big city efficiencies, Henderson is often referred to as the "Other Side of Southern Nevada". With new residents and businesses moving to Henderson each month, it is truly "A Place To Call Home"