Henderson, NV vs Hickory, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Henderson
72.8
#826 nationally
Hickory
70.8
#1056 nationally
Henderson leads in median household income ($83,567 vs $58,251). Hickory leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 26.2 min). Hickory leads in cost of living index (98 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Henderson, NV | Hickory, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#826) | 70.8 (#1056) |
| Population | 330,891 | 44,415 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $485,484 | $298,293 |
| Median Household Income | $83,567 | $58,251 |
| Average Commute | 26.2 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 11.2 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 98 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | R+38.0 |
C-
72.8 Score
Henderson, NV
Vegas suburb with small-town feel
Median Home
$485,484
Population
330,891
Crime
Very Low
Schools
B
West
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C-
70.8 Score
Hickory, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$298,293
Population
44,415
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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